Description & Purpose
The Care Dependency Grant provides financial support to caregivers of children with severe disabilities who require full-time care.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for Care Dependency Grant, applicants must meet the following criteria:
1
South African citizen, permanent resident, or refugee
2
Child under 18 years old with a permanent disability
3
Medical assessment confirming full-time care is required
4
Household income below the means test threshold (except for foster children)
Required Documents
Please ensure you have the following documents when applying:
Important Notes:
- All documents must be originals or certified copies (not older than 3 months)
- Non-South African citizens must provide proof of refugee/permanent residence status
- Additional documents may be requested based on your specific circumstances
Application Guide
1
Get a medical report from a state doctor confirming the child's disability
2
Visit a SASSA office with your ID and child’s birth certificate
3
Complete the application form and submit required documents
4
Await assessment and approval
After Submission
Once your application is submitted, here's what happens next:
- 1 Your application will be processed within
- 2 You will receive an SMS notification with the outcome
- 3 If approved, payments will begin on the next payment cycle
- 4 If declined, you will receive a reason and can appeal within 90 days
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the Care Dependency Grant?
As of 2025, the grant is R2,180 per month.
Can a foster child qualify?
Yes, but means testing is not applied to foster children.