Assistance to Persons with Disabilities for Purchase/Fitting of Artificial Limbs/Appliances

Description
The scheme "Assistance to Persons with Disabilities for Purchase/Fitting of Artificial Limbs/Appliances" is implemented by the Department of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of Rajasthan. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to specially-abled individuals for self-employment and the purchase of artificial limbs/equipment to overcome physical disabilities. Under this scheme, the beneficiaries receive financial assistance to procure prosthetic aids and equipment such as tricycles, crutches, wheelchairs, calipers, hearing aids, blind sticks, smartphones, Jaipur Foot/Shoes/Palm pads, etc.

Benefits
• Financial assistance of up to ₹10,000/- for purchasing artificial limbs/equipment to overcome physical disabilities.
• Covers aids like tricycles, crutches, wheelchairs, calipers, hearing aids, blind sticks, smartphones, Jaipur Foot/Shoes/Palm pads, etc.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a native of Rajasthan.
2. The applicant should be a disabled person.
3. The applicant should be suffering from 40% disability.
4. The applicant’s family should not be an income tax payer.

Required Documents
• Identity proof
• Domicile Certificate
• Disability Certificate
• Aadhaar Card
• Family Income Proof
• Any Other Document if Required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of the scheme?
A: The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to specially-abled individuals for self-employment and for purchasing artificial limbs or equipment to overcome physical disabilities.

Q: Who implements this scheme?
A: The scheme is implemented by the Department of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of Rajasthan.

Q: What type of assistance is provided under this scheme?
A: Financial assistance of up to [?]10,000/- is provided for purchasing artificial limbs and assistive devices.

Q: What types of assistive devices are covered under the scheme?
A: The scheme covers tricycles, crutches, wheelchairs, calipers, hearing aids, blind sticks, smartphones, Jaipur Foot, Jaipur Shoes, and Palm Pads.

Q: Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
A: The applicant must be a native of Rajasthan, a person with a disability, have at least 40% disability, and belong to a family that is not an income tax payer.

Q: Is there any income limit to apply for this scheme?
A: Yes, the applicant's family should not be an income tax payer to be eligible for the scheme.

Q: What is the minimum disability percentage required for eligibility?
A: The applicant must have a minimum of 40% disability to be eligible.

Q: Where can an applicant get the application form?
A: The application form can be obtained from the office of the District Social Justice & Empowerment Department.

Q: How can an applicant submit the application form?
A: The duly filled and signed application form, along with necessary documents, should be submitted to the District Social Justice & Empowerment Department.