Old Age Homes For SASSA Pensioners

If you are a senior citizen over the age of 60 and do not have family members available to care for you, you can apply for the SASSA Old Age Grant, also known as the old age pension. This grant provides support and assistance through an old age home provided by the South African Department of Social Development (DSD), so there is no need to worry about your care in your golden years.

Old age pensioners receiving SASSA benefits can easily apply for admission to an old age home through the Department of Social Development. Once you submit your application, a representative will visit your location to complete the verification process, granting you access to an old age home.

Apply for Old Age Home for SASSA Pensioners

As a SASSA pensioner in need of 24-hour care, including frail care, applying for admission to an old age home is a viable option. Old age homes provide dedicated caregivers who offer frail care and nursing assistance to ensure a comfortable living environment for elderly or impaired individuals.

Requirements to Qualify for Frail Care for SASSA Pensioners

To qualify for admission to an old age home, you must meet the following criteria.

Receipt of SASSA Old Age Grant or Pension Fund
Need for Full-Time Care due to your Health or Frailty with a Medical Report.
Age 60 or Older and Impoverished.
South African Citizenship with a Valid Identity document.

Old Age Home Admission Application for SASSA Pensioners

It’s important to be aware that in order for a person to be placed in an old age facility, their consent is required along with a medical report proving they are mentally unfit to give consent, and a court order. However, in the event of an emergency, a medical report from a registered medical practitioner can be used until a court order is issued.

To get admission to Old Age Homes SASSA pensioners can follow these steps and complete the process.

1. Visit your nearest Department of Social Development office.
2. Obtain an Old Age Home application and fill out the required form for the residential facility.
3. Attach the required documents to complete the admission form.
– Your South African identity document (ID).
– A medical report.
4. Submit your completed application forms with the required documents.
5. You will undergo a screening test to determine if you qualify for admission and a subsidy.
6. If you are unable to travel to the office due to age or illness, ask a family member or friend to apply on your behalf.
7. A social worker will arrange a home visit to assess your current living conditions.
8. If your application is not approved, you must receive a written explanation for the decision.

When you opt for old age home care, you will have access to comprehensive care for your physical and mental well-being while also being able to maintain your independence for as long as possible. Once you have submitted your SASSA application, please be aware that admission to an older persons’ residential facility will depend on the availability of beds and you will need to wait for approval.

Please be aware that if you are admitted to a state-contracted institution for care, your social grant will be reduced to 25% of the maximum amount starting from the fourth month of your admission. However, the reduced grant will be reinstated as soon as you are discharged from the institution.

How long does it take to get admission to an old age home?

Your application for admission to an old age home will be reviewed by the Department of Social Development within 14 days. You should anticipate receiving a response within 30 days of submitting your application.

Listed Old Age Homes for SASSA Pensioners in South Africa

You will be able to find a list of old age homes in your area that provide care and support for seniors during their golden years. These facilities offer essential services such as accommodations and necessary assistance.

North West

Rustenburg: Rustenburg Old Age Home

Western Cape

Cape Town: Athlone Old Age Home

Gauteng

Boksburg: Boksburg Old Age Home
Johannesburg: Alexandra Old Age Home, Eldorado Park Old Age Home, Golden Harvest Old Age Home, Lenasia South Old Age Home, Protea Glen Old Age Home, Randburg Old Age Home, Roodepoort Old Age Home, South Hills Old Age Home, Soweto Old Age Home
Krugersdorp: Krugersdorp Old Age Home
Pretoria: Pretoria North Old Age Home