About this health scheme
Through the scheme “Home for the Aged", the senior citizens are provided with stay at subsidiary rates, food (both vegetarian and non-vegetarian), routine health check up by doctors thrice in a week, providing news papers and television for entertainment.
The sub-scheme “Home for the Aged" under the umbrella scheme "Grant-in-Aid to Pondicherry Society for the Care of the Aged (PONCARE)" was launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry. Through this scheme, the senior citizens are provided with stay at subsidiary rates, food (both vegetarian and non-vegetarian), routine health check up by doctors thrice in a week, providing news papers and television for entertainment.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | “Home for the Aged” under Grant-in-Aid to Pondicherry Society for the Care of the Aged (PONCARE) (HFTA-GIAPSCA) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Social Welfare Department, Puducherry |
| Benefit type | In kind (goods, services or support, not cash) |
| Category | Health |
| Level / State | State · Puducherry |
| Official portal | socwelfare.py.gov.in (see References at the end) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 5+ years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 5+ years
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Stay at Subsidiary Rate of Rs. 1200/- for the Inmates.
- Food (Both Vegetarian and Non-vegetarian).
- Routine Health Check Up by Doctors Thrice in a Week.
- Newspapers and Television for Entertainment.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be 60 years or above in age.
- The applicant should be a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Pondicherry Society for the care of the Aged (PONCARE), Puducherry, 4th Cross - Sithankudi, 6th Cross Extension, Brindavanam, West, Puducherry - 605 013, +91-413-2245317, +91-413-2246318, +91-9443405499https://socwelfare.py.gov.in/sub--office-social-welfare-department, and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to The Secretary, PONCARE.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Frequently asked questions
What are the stay charges for the inmates under this scheme?
Inmates enjoy a stay at a subsidiary rate of Rs. 1200 per month.
What services are provided to senior citizens under this scheme?
Senior citizens receive food, routine health check-ups, newspapers, and television for entertainment.
Can you specify the age requirement for applicants?
Applicants must be 60 years or above to be eligible for the scheme.
Which organization should be contacted for more details about the scheme?
For more information, contact the Secretary, Pondicherry Society for the care of the Aged (PONCARE).
What contact details are available for inquiries about the scheme?
Inquiries can be made at +91-413-2245317, +91-413-2246318, or +91-9443405499.
What health services are part of the scheme?
Inmates receive routine health check-ups by doctors three times a week.
Is the stay rate inclusive of meals for the inmates?
Yes, the stay rate of Rs. 1200 includes both vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals.
What entertainment facilities are provided to the senior citizens?
Senior citizens have access to newspapers and television for entertainment.
What is the geographical scope of this scheme?
The scheme is for residents of the Union Territory of Puducherry.
How often do doctors conduct health check-ups for the inmates?
Doctors conduct routine health check-ups for the inmates three times a week.
Can applicants from outside Puducherry apply for this scheme?
No, applicants must be residents of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years.
References and official sources
Apply only on the official portal. Nothing is applied for on this site, and applying is free.
- Citizen's Charter (PDF) socwelfare.py.gov.in
- Contact Us socwelfare.py.gov.in
- Grievance Redressal pgportal.gov.in
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