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The Ministry of Social Development and Family Services (MSDFS) offers General Assistance Grants to help vulnerable individuals, victims of disasters, and those in crisis situations. These grants assist with basic needs, medical expenses, rent, education, and other essential services to improve the well-being of individuals and families in distress.
Flexible Financial Support for Different Needs
GRANT TYPE
DESCRIPTION
MAXIMUM VALUE
REQUIREMENTS
Clothing Grant
Assists victims of disasters in purchasing essential clothing. Can be accessed once every two years.
$1,000 per person
ID Card
Estimate from supplier
Fire/Police Report or letter from Regional Corporation
Dietary Grant
Helps persons with chronic illnesses requiring special diets (e.g., renal patients, diabetics). Only available to MSDFS grant recipients.
$600 per month
ID Card
Letter from hospital nutritionist
List of expenses
Domestic Help Grant
Provides temporary domestic assistance for individuals recovering from surgery or unable to perform household chores.
$1,800 (3 months, up to 6 months if needed)
ID Card of Caregiver
Letter from Caregiver confirming service
Medical Report
Education Grant
Assists secondary school students in households where Public Assistance or the Food Card is the only income.
$500 per month, per child
ID Card
Proof of enrollment (POE issued by Social Welfare Office)
Funeral Grant
Covers burial expenses for needy families of the deceased.
$7,000.00
Applicant’s ID Card
Death Certificate
Funeral Home estimates/bills
Household Items Grant
Helps victims of disasters or financial hardship purchase essential household items (e.g., stoves, refrigerators, furniture). Can be accessed once every three years.
$6,000 (General) / $10,000 (Disasters)
ID Card
Estimate from supplier
Official report/letter (Fire Services or Regional Corporation
Medical Equipment Grant
Provides financial assistance for wheelchairs, commodes, special beds, dentures, and other medical equipment.
Up to $7,500
ID Card
Estimate from supplier
Medical Records
Pharmaceutical Grant
Covers the cost of prescriptive medication not available under C-DAP or at Public Dispensaries.
Up to $2,500
ID Card
Prescription from a government clinic/hospital
Quote from a pharmacy where unavailable at public dispensary
Rental Assistance Grant
Helps individuals facing eviction, domestic violence, or natural disasters with temporary rent support.
Up to $2,500 per month for 3 months, then reviewed
ID Card
Letter from Landlord
Copy of Landlord’s ID
Proof of property ownership
Prosthetics Grant
Supports individuals who need a prosthetic limb to aid rehabilitation.
Up to $40,000
ID Card
Proof of address
Quote from provider
Assessment from Ministry of Health
School Supplies Grant
Assists primary and secondary school students whose school items were destroyed by disasters.
$700 (Primary), $1,000 (Secondary)
ID Card
Estimate from supplier
Fire/Police report
Special Child Grant
Provides financial aid for moderately disabled children who do not qualify for Disability Assistance for Children (DAGM).
$800 per month
ID Card (applicant)
Child’s Birth Certificate
Bank Passbook/Statement
Medical Report from Clinic
Clothing Grant
Description: Assists victims of disasters in purchasing essential clothing. Can be accessed once every two years.
Maximum Value: $1,000 per person
Requirements:
ID Card
Estimate from supplier
Fire/Police report
Dietary Grant
Description: Helps persons with chronic illnesses requiring special diets (e.g., renal patients, diabetics). Only available to MSDFS grant recipients.
Maximum Value: $600 per month
Requirements:
ID Card
Letter from hospital nutritionist
List of expenses
Domestic Help Grant
Description: Provides temporary domestic assistance for individuals recovering from surgery or unable to perform household chores.
Maximum Value: $1,800 (3 months, up to 6 months if needed)
Requirements:
ID Card of Caregiver
Letter from Caregiver confirming service
Medical Report
Education Grant
Description: Assists secondary school students in households where Public Assistance or the Food Card is the only income.
Maximum Value: $500 per month, per child
Requirements:
ID Card
Proof of enrollment (POE issued by Social Welfare Office)
Funeral Grant
Description: Covers burial expenses for needy families of the deceased.
Maximum Value: $7,000.00
Requirements:
Applicant’s ID Card
Death Certificate
Funeral Home estimates/bills
Household Items Grant
Description: Helps victims of disasters or financial hardship purchase essential household items (e.g., stoves, refrigerators, furniture). Can be accessed once every three years.
Maximum Value: $6,000 (General) / $10,000 (Disasters)
Requirements:
ID Card
Estimate from supplier
Official report/letter (Fire Services or Regional Corporation
Medical Equipment Grant
Description: Provides financial assistance for wheelchairs, commodes, special beds, dentures, and other medical equipment.
Maximum Value: Up to $7,500
Requirements:
ID Card
Estimate from supplier
Medical Records
Pharmaceutical Grant
Description: Covers the cost of prescriptive medication not available under C-DAP or at Public Dispensaries.
Maximum Value: Up to $2,500
Requirements:
ID Card
Prescription from a government clinic/hospital
Quote from a pharmacy where unavailable at public dispensary
Rental Assistance Grant
Description: Helps individuals facing eviction, domestic violence, or natural disasters with temporary rent support.
Maximum Value: Up to $2,500 per month for 3 months, then reviewed
Requirements:
ID Card
Letter from Landlord
Copy of Landlord’s ID
Proof of property ownership
Prosthetics Grant
Description: Supports individuals who need a prosthetic limb to aid rehabilitation.
Maximum Value: Up to $40,000
Requirements:
ID Card
Proof of address
Quote from provider
Assessment from Ministry of Health
School Supplies Grant
Description: Assists primary and secondary school students whose school items were destroyed by disasters.
Maximum Value: $700 (Primary), $1,000 (Secondary)
Requirements:
ID Card
Estimate from supplier
Fire/Police report
Special Child Grant
Description: Provides financial aid for moderately disabled children who do not qualify for Disability Assistance for Children (DAGM).
Maximum Value: $800 per month
Requirements:
ID Card (applicant)
Child’s Birth Certificate
Bank Passbook/Statement
Medical Report from Clinic
Simple Steps to apply for General Assistance Grants
For Adults
Step 1: Determine Eligibility
Review grant-specific requirements and gather necessary documents.
Step 2: Collect Required Documents including:
National ID & Birth Certificates
Proof of income (pay slips, pension, or grants)
Utility bills (electricity, water, phone, internet, cable)
Medical reports (if applying for health-related grants)
Estimates from suppliers (for household items, medical equipment, school supplies, etc.)
Fire/Police Reports (for disaster-related grants)
Step 3: Submit Application
Visit your nearest Social Welfare Office to submit your application.
Step 4: Application Review & Approval
The Ministry will assess your application based on need and available funding.
Step 5: Receive Assistance
Approved applicants will receive their grants through direct payment or supplier reimbursement.
Apply for Assistance Today
Visit your nearest Social Welfare Office to apply. Ensure you meet the eligibility requirements and submit all necessary documents.
Food Support Programme
Provides temporary food assistance to families facing financial hardship.
Public Assistance Grant
Monthly aid for those with limited income due to disability or caregiving duties.
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