Thalolam Scheme
Social Justice Department
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Important milestones for this scheme. Use official links to verify before you apply.
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scheme launch |
Overview
The Government of Kerala launched the “Thalolam Scheme” under Kerala Social Security Mission to provide free treatment to children affected with chronic diseases such as haemophilia, cerebral palsy, etc.
Details
The Government of Kerala launched the “Thalolam Scheme” on 1st January 2010 under Kerala Social Security Mission by the Social Justice Department, Kerala. The aim of the scheme is to provide free treatment to the children below age of 18, who are suffering from Kidney diseases, Cardiovascular diseases, Cerebral Palsy, Brittle Bone Disease, Hemophilia, Thalassemia, Sickle Cell Anemia, Orthopedic deformities, and other Neuro-Developmental Disabilities, Congenital anomalies Endosulfan victims and accident cases which needs surgery. Hospitals receiving free treatment: 1. Govt. Medical College Hospital, Trivandrum 1. Govt. Medical College Hospital, Thrissur 1. Govt. Medical College Hospital, Alappuzha 1. S. A. T Hospital, Trivandrum 1. Govt. Medical College Hospital, Kottayam 1. IM C. H, Kozhikode 1. Govt. Medical College, Kozhikode 1. I.C.H.M.C. Kottayam 1. Co-operative Medical College, Kannur 1. Regional Cancer Center, Thiruvananthapuram 1. District Hospital, Aluva, Ernakulam 1. Sree Chithira Thirunal Hospital, Thiruvananthapuram
Benefits
• A patient will be eligible for initial assistance of ₹50,000/- only under this scheme.
• Under the scheme, free treatment will be provided to the children below age of 18, who are suffering from Kidney diseases, Cardiovascular diseases, Cerebral Palsy, Brittle Bone Disease, Hemophilia, Thalassemia, Sickle Cell Anemia, Orthopedic deformities and other Neuro-Developmental Disabilities, Congenital anomalies (Endosulfan victims) and accident cases which needs surgery.
• **Note:** Additional financial assistance can be met based on the decision of the Superintendent, Head of the concerned Department of Specialty, and Head of the Radiotherapy Department.
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a resident of Kerala State and the scheme is applicable only to patients from Kerala.
2. The patient should be below 18 years of age.
3. The scheme is applicable to patients belonging to families too poor to afford treatment of the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category.
4. Under this scheme, assistance will be provided to the patient for diseases other than cancer which are lethal or fatal.
Required Documents
• Copy of Aadhaar/ Proof of Identity of patient
• Proof of age of the patient
• Income certificate
• Copy of BPL card (if applicable)
• Copy of Ration card (if applicable)
• Residence certificate
• Passport-size photograph
• Patient’s medical reports
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the aim of the scheme?
A: The Thalolam scheme aims to provide free treatment to the children below age of 18, who are suffering from Kidney diseases, Cardiovascular diseases, Cerebral Palsy, Brittle Bone Disease, Hemophilia, Thalassemia, Sickle Cell Anemia, Orthopedic deformities, and other Neuro-Developmental Disabilities, Congenital anomalies (Endosulfan victims) and accident cases which needs surgery.
Q: When was this scheme launched?
A: The Government of Kerala launched this scheme on 1st January 2010 under Kerala Social Security Mission.
Q: Who is eligible to get the benefits under the scheme?
A: The scheme is applicable to patients who are suffering from diseases other than cancer which are lethal or fatal.
Q: Is this scheme only for a resident of Kerala?
A: Yes, the applicant should be a resident of Kerala State and the scheme is applicable only to patients from Kerala.
Q: What is the age limit to apply under the scheme?
A: The age limit of the applicant has to be 18 years or below.
Q: How much initial assistance will be provided to the patient under the scheme?
A: A patient will be eligible for initial assistance of [?]50,000/- only under this scheme.
Q: Can additional financial assistance also be provided to the patient?
A: Yes, additional financial assistance can be met based on the decision of the Superintendent, Head of the concerned Department of Specialty, and Head of the Radiotherapy Department.
Q: Which type patients can avail of the benefits under the scheme?
A: Under the scheme, free treatment will be provided to the children below age of 18, who are suffering from Kidney diseases, Cardiovascular diseases, Cerebral Palsy, Brittle Bone Disease, Hemophilia, Thalassemia, Sickle Cell Anemia, Orthopedic deformities and other Neuro-Developmental Disabilities, Congenital anomalies (Endosulfan victims) and accident cases which needs surgery.
Q: How can an applicant avail of the benefits of the scheme?
A: To avail of the benefits of the scheme the applicant may contact the scheme counselor of the Safety Mission assigned to the respective hospitals or the concerned District Social Justice Officer, Kerala.
Q: How will the beneficiary be selected under the scheme?
A: Based on the economic and social analysis done by the Counselors of the Safety Mission assigned to the respective hospitals, the benefit of the scheme will be applicable to the children of families who are unable to bear the cost of treatment.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a resident of Kerala State and the scheme is applicable only to patients from Kerala.
The patient should be below 18 years of age.
The scheme is applicable to patients belonging to families too poor to afford treatment of the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category.
Under this scheme, assistance will be provided to the patient for diseases other than cancer which are lethal or fatal.
Benefits
A patient will be eligible for initial assistance of ₹50,000/- only under this scheme.
Under the scheme, free treatment will be provided to the children below age of 18, who are suffering from Kidney diseases, Cardiovascular diseases, Cerebral Palsy, Brittle Bone Disease, Hemophilia, Thalassemia, Sickle Cell Anemia, Orthopedic deformities and other Neuro-Developmental Disabilities, Congenital anomalies (Endosulfan victims) and accident cases which needs surgery.
**Note:** Additional financial assistance can be met based on the decision of the Superintendent, Head of the concerned Department of Specialty, and Head of the Radiotherapy Department.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Copy of Aadhaar/ Proof of Identity of patient |
| 2 | Proof of age of the patient |
| 3 | Income certificate |
| 4 | Copy of BPL card (if applicable) |
| 5 | Copy of Ration card (if applicable) |
| 6 | Residence certificate |
| 7 | Passport-size photograph |
| 8 | Patient’s medical reports |
Frequently Asked Questions
The Thalolam scheme aims to provide free treatment to the children below age of 18, who are suffering from Kidney diseases, Cardiovascular diseases, Cerebral Palsy, Brittle Bone Disease, Hemophilia, Thalassemia, Sickle Cell Anemia, Orthopedic deformities, and other Neuro-Developmental Disabilities, Congenital anomalies (Endosulfan victims) and accident cases which needs surgery.