Old Age Homes – Tamil Nadu
Old Age Homes Scheme in Tamil Nadu
The Government of Tamil Nadu, through its Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department, has initiated the “Old Age Homes” (वरिष्ठ नागरिक आश्रम) scheme. This initiative aims to enhance the living conditions of elderly citizens in the state, ensuring they receive the care and support they deserve.
Overview of the Scheme
The “Old Age Homes” scheme is designed to provide essential services such as food, shelter, medical care, and recreational activities to senior citizens aged 60 and above who are destitute. The application process for this scheme is conducted offline, with forms available at the District Social Welfare Office.
Advantages of the Scheme
- For NGOs: The Tamil Nadu government allocates a grant-in-aid of ₹5,60,000 per home, serving up to 40 residents. Additionally, the institutions are expected to contribute ₹1,12,000 as their share.
- For Senior Citizens: The scheme provides vital support, including food, shelter, medical care, and opportunities for recreation.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the scheme, NGOs must meet the following criteria:
- Be registered under the Societies Act, Trust Act, Company Act, or similar legislation.
- Operate as an Old Age Home catering to senior citizens.
- Be registered under the Tamil Nadu Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Rules, 2009.
Application Process
There are two methods for NGOs to apply for the “Old Age Homes” scheme: online and offline.
Online Application via Common Service Center (CSC)
- Collect all necessary documents (self-attested as required) for the application.
- Visit the nearest Common Service Center (CSC) to complete the Biometric Verification Process.
- Fill in all required fields in the NGO’s application form and upload the necessary documents.
- Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment from the CSC, ensuring to note the submission date, time, and any unique identification number provided.
Offline Application
- Visit the District Social Welfare Office during business hours to request a hard copy of the application form from designated staff.
- Complete all mandatory fields in the application form (signature may be required) and attach the necessary documents (self-attested if required).
- Submit the filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Social Welfare Officer.
- Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the authority to whom you submitted the application, ensuring it includes the submission date, time, and unique identification number if available.
Official Information
For further details, please refer to the official source: myScheme.gov.in.
Key Points Summary
| Eligibility | NGOs must be registered and operate as Old Age Homes |
|---|---|
| Benefits for NGOs | ₹5,60,000 grant per home for up to 40 inmates; ₹1,12,000 contribution required |
| Benefits for Senior Citizens | Food, shelter, medical care, and recreational facilities |
| Application Process | Available both online via CSC and offline through District Social Welfare Office |
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.
Application Process
Apply 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.
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).
Apply 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).
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 applicable).
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | Old Age Homes – Tamil Nadu |
| Short Title | OAHTN |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Infra |
| Categories | Health & Wellness, Housing & Shelter, Social welfare & Empowerment, Women and Child |
| States | Tamil Nadu |
| Gender | All |
| Area | Both |
| Source | www.myscheme.gov.in ↗ |
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