South African Social Security Agency
Grant-in-Aid
National
R580 / month
Grant recipients
Apply at a SASSA office
At a glance
- Amount
- R580 / month
- Paid on top of
- Older Person's, Disability or War Veteran's grant
- Condition
- Needs full-time care
- Assessment
- Medical report
- Application
- SASSA office
Grant-in-Aid is an extra R580 a month paid on top of the Older Person's Grant, Disability Grant or War Veteran's Grant when the recipient needs full-time care from another person because of their physical or mental condition.
Who qualifies
- You already receive the Older Person's, Disability or War Veteran's Grant
- You need full-time care from another person
- A medical report confirms you need this care
Who does not qualify
- You are cared for in a state-funded institution
How to apply
- Get a medical report confirming that you need full-time care.
- Go to a SASSA office with your ID and the report.
- Complete the application and keep your receipt.
Frequently asked questions
Is Grant-in-Aid paid to the carer?
No. It is paid to the grant recipient, together with their main grant, to help pay for their care.