Check SASSA Care Dependency Grant Status

SASSA provides assistance to parents, guardians, foster parents, and custodians of children under 18 who require full-time care due to a permanent or severe disability. This assistance is in the form of the SASSA Care Dependency Grant, which is designed for children (under 18) with mental or physical disabilities requiring continuous at-home care.

Check SASSA Care Dependency Grant Status

You can Check SASSA Care Dependency Grant Status Online.

1. To check your SASSA Status visit https://sassacheck.com/
2. Guardians, foster parents, or custodians can enter their South African ID Numbers.
3. Provide the cell phone number linked to the individual's SASSA Care Dependency Grant application.
4. Click the 'Submit' button to send your request to our database.
5. Our web portal will process your application for the SASSA Care Dependency Grant status.
6. The results for child care dependency grant application status will be displayed.

You can expect to receive an amount of R2,180 per month when your grant status is approved.

• Important Reminder: If your child has grown into adulthood and is still unable to work due to a severe disability, you can apply for SASSA Disability Grant. This grant ensures they continue to receive the support they need from SASSA. Here you can follow the complete process of submitting your SASSA online application.

SASSA Care Dependency Grant Payment Dates

To ensure you are aware of your SASSA Care Dependency Grant Payment Dates, it's crucial to stay updated. SASSA disburses payments in batches, and different beneficiary groups receive their grants on specific dates. You can check your grant payment dates below.

1. Visit the SASSA Payment Dates page to find the latest payment schedule for 2024.
2. Note down your Care Dependency Grant payment dates to know when you will receive your payment from SASSA.

By visiting the SASSA payment schedule page, you can easily access the information you need to stay informed about the SASSA Care Dependency Grant payment status online.

SASSA Care Dependency Grant Amount

The SASSA Care Dependency Grant has been increased to R2,180, effective from October 1, 2023, which represents an R90 increase from the previous grant amount of 2,090 per person. It's important to note that the SASSA increased grant payments for all social grants. To stay qualifed, ensure your income should not exceed your grant amount.

If your bank account balance exceeds R2,180, your Care Dependency Grant may be declined for that particular month. To ensure you receive your SASSA grant each month, make sure your bank balance remains below this threshold.

Available Payment Methods for SASSA Care Dependency Grant

The SASSA Care Dependency Grant can be paid through the following methods.

• Cash at a specific retailers including Checkers, Pick n Pay, and Usave on exact payment dates.
• Grant transection to your Postbank issued SASSA Gold card.
• Electronic deposit into your bank account linked with your SASSA grant.
• An institution not funded by the State, such as a home for people with disabilities.

When Care Dependency Grant is Suspended or Lapsed

Your Care Dependency Grant may suspend or lapsed under the following circumstances.

• Changes in your circumstances
• Outcome of SASSA review, Means Test
• Failure to cooperate during the review process
• Fraudulent behaviour or misrepresentation
• Mistakes in the approval of your grant
• Passing away
• Admission to a state institution
• Failure to claim for three consecutive months
• Absence from the country

Not Approved SASSA Care Dependency Grant Application

If your application for the Care Dependency Grant is not approved, you will receive written notification from the SASSA office. The reasons for the rejection will be stated, and you have the option to appeal the decision by submitting SASSA appeal to the Minister of Social Development, explaining your disagreement within 90 days of receiving notification about the outcome of your application.

Contact Information

• For more information and assistance, you can contact the Department of Social Development and the South African Social Security Agency at the toll-free helpline: 0800 601 011.
• You can use the official email address: [email protected].

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