The SASSA Grant in Aid is a social grant provided by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) to assist individuals who receive other social grants but require full-time care due to physical or mental disabilities.
Here’s a breakdown of the key points:
Eligibility
- You must be receiving one of the following social grants:
- Older Person’s Grant
- Disability Grant
- War Veteran’s Grant
- You must require full-time care due to physical or mental disabilities.
- You must not be receiving another social grant for yourself.
- You must not be maintained or cared for in a state institution.
What Documents Are Needed to Apply for a Grant-In-Aid?
- ID documents.
- A signed affidavit by you.
- Your medical report confirms that you can not take care of yourself.
- If you are married then provide the document of marriage proof.
- If your spouse is deceased then provide the death certificate of your spouse.
Here are the steps to apply for the SASSA Grant in Aid:
1. Gather the necessary documents:
- Your 13-digit bar-coded ID document (original and a copy)
- Proof of your marital status and spouse’s identity (if applicable):
- Single: Affidavit stating you’re single
- Married: Marriage certificate
- Divorced: Divorce order
- Widowed: Spouse’s death certificate
- Medical report or assessment report (less than three months old) that confirms your need for full-time care due to physical or mental disabilities. This report should be issued by a registered medical practitioner or psychologist.
2. Visit your nearest SASSA office:
You can find the location of your nearest SASSA office on the SASSA website.
3. Collect an application form:
Ask for the SASSA Grant in Aid application form and fill it out in the presence of a SASSA officer.
3. Collect an application form:
Ask for the SASSA Grant in Aid application form and fill it out in the presence of a SASSA officer.
5. Attach the required documents:
Submit your original and copies of the required documents mentioned in step 1.
6. Wait for a decision:
The SASSA office will assess your application and documents. They will then inform you of their decision within a reasonable time frame.
Additional notes:
- If you are too sick or old to visit the SASSA office, a family member or friend can apply on your behalf. They should bring a letter from you and/or a doctor’s note explaining why you cannot attend.
- You can also contact your nearest SASSA office for assistance with the application process.
This is all about the SASSA Grant-In-Aid support program. If you are an eligible person you can apply today. We already have added the application process and you can use that method to apply for your grant today.
Related: SASSA Payment Dates for Disability Grant for June 2024