SASSA Care Dependency Grant: In April 2025, the Care Dependency Grant will have increased to R2,190 per month at the hands of the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA). These grants offer support to caregivers taking care of children with severe disabilities that need full-time care. To the beneficiaries, the extra R100 will be a welcome incentive in the face of soaring prices.
If you and/or your friends qualify for the grant, it would be pertinent to learn how to apply, eligibility criteria, and payment days. Here is all the information you need for the Care Dependency Grant in April 2025.
What Is The Care Dependency Grant?
The Care Dependency Grant is SASSA financing provided monthly to biological parents, foster parents, or legal guardians so as to maintain the care for children with permanent, severe disabilities. This grant is to maintain the child, full-time care, medical expenses, and essential needs. With effect from April 2025, it will increase the monthly amount paid by SASSA to R2,190, thus better positioning families with financial support to meet higher caregiving costs.
Who Qualifies For The Care Dependency Grant?
In order to qualify for the R2,190 Care Dependency Grant, all applicants must comply with the following qualifying criteria:
- The child must be under 18 years of age.
- The child must have a severe, permanent disability that has thus far stated that the child requires full-time care.
- The disability must be backed up with a medical evaluation report.
- The applicant must be a parent, guardian, or foster parent.
- The applicant should be a South African citizen, permanent resident, or refugee.
- The applicant and child must be residing in South Africa.
Gross Income Threshold:
- Single parent : Don’t earn more than R223,200 per annum.
- For married couples : Don’t earn more than R446,400 per annum.
- Foster parents do not need to go via the means test.
When Will The Grant Be Paid Out In April 2025?
The R2,190 Care Dependency Grant will be paid according to the SASSA April 2025 payment calendar. Beneficiaries can expect their payments to be released on the following dates:
- Old Age, Disability and War Veterans Grant: Tuesday, 2 April 2025.
- Child Support, Foster Child and Care Dependency Grants: Wednesday, 3 April 2025.
- The SRD Grant: The payout is expected to run between 24 and 30 April 2025, depending on ID numbers.
Beneficiaries Can Access The Funds Through:
- Bank deposits (if registered with a bank account).
- SASSA card withdrawal (available at ATM and selected retail outlets).
- Post Office pay points for beneficiaries with no bank account.
How To Apply For The Care Dependency Grant
When a person qualifies for a grant, but has not already applied, he or she will do so with any of the following methods:
01. Go To The Nearest SASSA Branch
- Bring along the child’s birth certificate and a medical assessment report, along with your ID document.
- Complete the application form issued by the SASSA representative.
02. Online Application
- Visit www.sassa.gov.za and apply for a grant. – Upload required documents and submit your application.
03. Application Assistance
- You may apply through a legal representative or authorized caregiver.
Your application will be reviewed by SASSA for decision-making regarding your application and you will be informed about whether it’s approved or denied.
How To Check The Status Of Your Payment
After April 2025 grant payment, beneficiaries can verify the status of their grants through:
- Online Portal : Go to www.sassa.gov.za and check your payment status with your ID number.
- WhatsApp : Type “SASSA” and send to 082 046 8553 and follow prompts that appear on your screen.
- Toll-Free Helpline: Call 0800 60 10 11 to assist you with your grant inquiries.
Effect Of The Grant Increase On Beneficiaries
A R2,190 monthly grant would turn out to be better financial assistance for caregivers and would help them pay the very high fees that medical treatment, specialized equipment, and basic needs for children with disabilities incur. This increase is also a manifestation of SASSA’s will to improve the financial stability and well-being of poorer households. However, advocacy groups continue to pressure for further increases to keep pace with inflation and rising costs in caregiving.
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