Old Age Homes - Tamil Nadu
in Tamil Nadu
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Old Age Homes - Tamil Nadu in Tamil Nadu
Old Age Homes - Tamil Nadu is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Tamil Nadu.
Apply for Old Age Homes - Tamil Nadu in Tamil Nadu
Scheme Overview
The "Old Age Homes" was launched by the Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. This scheme is to bring qualitative improvement in the living standards of old people of the state.
Eligibility Criteria
The NGOs should be registered under the Societies Act / Trust Act / Company Act etc.
The NGOs should be running as Old Age Homes for Senior Citizens.
The NGOs must have registered under Tamil Nadu Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Rules, 2009.
Benefits
NGO:
The State Government is providing ₹5,60,000/- as grant-in-aid per home for a capacity of 40 inmates.
The institutions are required to contribute ₹1,12,000/- as their share."
Senior Citizens:
Food, Shelter, Medical care, and Recreation facilities.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | NGO Registration Certificate (under Societies Act / Trust Act / Company Act). |
| 2 | NGO Maintenance Certificate (under Tamil Nadu Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Rules, 2009). |
| 3 | Any Other Document If Required. |
How to Apply in Tamil Nadu
Step 1: The NGOs should gather copies of the necessary documents (self-attested if required) to apply for the concerned scheme.
Online - via CSC Step 1: The NGOs should gather copies of the necessary documents (self-attested if required) to apply for the concerned scheme.
Step 2: The NGOs should visit the nearest Common Service Center (CSC) and complete the Biometric Verification Process.
Online - via CSC Step 2: The NGOs should visit the nearest Common Service Center (CSC) and complete the Biometric Verification Process.
Step 3: In the NGO's form, fill in all mandatory fields and upload copies of all mandatory documents.
Online - via CSC Step 3: In the NGO's form, fill in all mandatory fields and upload copies of all mandatory documents.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the CSC. Ensure the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Online - via CSC Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the CSC. Ensure the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Step 1: The interested NGOs should visit (during office hours) the District Social Welfare Office and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applicat…
Offline Step 1: The interested NGOs should visit (during office hours) the District Social Welfare Office and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Offline Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Social Welfare Officer.
Offline Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Social Welfare Officer.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment 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…
Offline Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment 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).
Common questions in Tamil Nadu
Who can apply for Old Age Homes - Tamil Nadu in Tamil Nadu?
Eligible residents of Tamil Nadu who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Old Age Homes - Tamil Nadu. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Old Age Homes - Tamil Nadu in Tamil Nadu?
Applicants in Tamil Nadu typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
The objective is to provide food, shelter, medical care, and recreational facilities to destitute senior citizens aged 60 years and above.