Artificial Limbs and Assistive Devices Supply Scheme

Description
The scheme "Artificial Limbs and Assistive Devices Supply Scheme" implemented by the Social Welfare Department of the Government of Chhattisgarh, aims to increase the mobility of persons with disabilities by reducing the impact of their disabilities. The scheme provides artificial limbs/assistive devices worth up to ₹6,900/- to persons with disabilities of 40% or more, provided they meet the other eligibility criteria.

Benefits
• Under this scheme, various assistive devices such as tricycles, baishakhi, hearing aids, Braille kits, wheelchairs, tape recorders, calipers, white canes, and other artificial limbs are provided to persons with disabilities.
• **Note 1:** Artificial limbs/assistive devices are provided free of cost to individuals with disabilities if their or their parent's or guardian's monthly income is ₹5,000/- or less.
• **Note 2:** Artificial limbs/assistive devices are provided to individuals with disabilities if their or their parent's or guardian's monthly income is between ₹5,001/- and ₹8,000/-, after depositing 50% of the total cost.
• **Note 3:** The maximum value of artificial limbs/assistive devices provided under this scheme is ₹6,900/-.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a resident of Chhattisgarh.
2. The applicant should have a disability.
3. The applicant's disability should be 40% or more.
4. The applicant should possess a Disability Certificate or a UDID Card.
5. The applicant should either be a member of a BPL family or have a recommendation from the Collector or Sub-Divisional Officer (Revenue).
6. The monthly income of the applicant or their parents/guardian must not exceed ₹8,000/-.

Required Documents
• Passport-size photograph
• Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar card
• Domicile of Chhattisgarh
• Disability Certificate/ UDID Card
• Income certificate
• Caste certificate, if applicable
• BPL Card, if applicable
• A recommendation letter, if applicable
• Any other documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
A: The applicant must be a resident of Chhattisgarh, have a disability of 40% or more, possess a Disability Certificate or UDID Card, and have a monthly income not exceeding [?]8,000/-. Additionally, they should either be a member of a BPL family or have a recommendation from the Collector or Sub-Divisional Officer (Revenue).

Q: What types of devices are provided under this scheme?
A: The scheme provides various devices including tricycles, baishakhi, hearing aids, Braille kits, wheelchairs, tape recorders, calipers, white canes, and other artificial limbs.

Q: Is there a cost for the artificial limbs/assistive devices?
A: Devices are provided free of cost if the applicant's or their parents'/guardian's monthly income is [?]5,000/- or less. If the monthly income is between [?]5,001/- and [?]8,000/-, the applicant must deposit 50% of the total cost.

Q: What is the maximum value of the devices provided under the scheme?
A: The maximum value of artificial limbs and assistive devices provided is [?]6,900/-.

Q: How can an individual apply for the scheme?
A: Applicants should submit their applications in the prescribed format, along with all relevant documents, to the Joint Director/Deputy Director at the District Office of the Panchayat and Social Welfare Department.

Q: What is the monthly income limit for free assistance?
A: Assistance is provided free of cost if the monthly income of the applicant or their parents/guardian is [?]5,000/- or less.

Q: What happens if my income is above ₹5,000/- but below ₹8,000/-?
A: If the monthly income is between [?]5,001/- and [?]8,000/-, you will need to deposit 50% of the total cost of the devices.

Q: Can the scheme provide assistive devices to children?
A: Yes, the scheme is available for persons with disabilities of all ages, including children, as long as they meet the eligibility criteria.