“Home for the Aged" under Grant-in-Aid to Pondicherry Society for the Care of the Aged (PONCARE)

Description
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
• Stay at Subsidiary Rate of ₹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.

Eligibility Criteria
1. - The applicant should be 60 years or above in age.
2. - The applicant should be a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years.

Application Process
Step 1: 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-…
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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, +91-9443405499, 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: 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).
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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: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to The Secretary, PONCARE.
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Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to The Secretary, PONCARE.

Step 4: 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 (i…
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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).

Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card.
• Birth Certificate / Age Proof.
• Residence-cum-Nativity Certificate, issued by the competent authority.
• Recent Passport-Size Photograph.Bank Passbook.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the stay charges for the inmates under this scheme?
A: Inmates enjoy a stay at a subsidiary rate of [?]1200 per month.

Q: What services are provided to senior citizens under this scheme?
A: Senior citizens receive food, routine health check-ups, newspapers, and television for entertainment.

Q: Can you specify the age requirement for applicants?
A: Applicants must be 60 years or above to be eligible for the scheme.

Q: Which organization should be contacted for more details about the scheme?
A: For more information, contact the Secretary, Pondicherry Society for the care of the Aged (PONCARE).

Q: What contact details are available for inquiries about the scheme?
A: Inquiries can be made at +91-413-2245317, +91-413-2246318, or +91-9443405499.

Q: What health services are part of the scheme?
A: Inmates receive routine health check-ups by doctors three times a week.

Q: Is the stay rate inclusive of meals for the inmates?
A: Yes, the stay rate of [?]1200 includes both vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals.

Q: What entertainment facilities are provided to the senior citizens?
A: Senior citizens have access to newspapers and television for entertainment.

Q: What is the geographical scope of this scheme?
A: The scheme is for residents of the Union Territory of Puducherry.

Q: How often do doctors conduct health check-ups for the inmates?
A: Doctors conduct routine health check-ups for the inmates three times a week.

Q: Can applicants from outside Puducherry apply for this scheme?
A: No, applicants must be residents of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years.