SASSA Care Dependency Grant

Check your Care Dependency Grant application status today to see if your payment date has been issued. If your grant is approved, you can collect your money at your nearest Pick n Pay or Shoprite store.

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides this grant to parents and caregivers of children with severe disabilities. This monthly stipend helps ensure a better quality of life for the child and supports the family in meeting their needs.

For this month, the grant payment is R2,315 per month, offering considerable financial relief to those who need it most.

Check Your SASSA Care Dependency Grant Payment Date and Status

Have you received the SMS from SASSA about the status of your Care Dependency grant payment? If not, then you need to visit the SASSA office near you. You need to ask the available staff there for your R2,315 payment.

The staff will ask for your ID and other proof, like your application ID or reference number, to check your application status.

If your status was approved, then the SASSA officer will ask you to check the SASSA Care Dependency grant payment date and collect your payment on that day.

Submit Application for SASSA Care Dependency Grant

If you are a father, mother, or guardian of a child with a severe disability and you need financial support, you can apply for the SASSA Care Dependency Grant today.

SASSA gives a monthly payment of R2,315 to help you take care of the child and give them a better life.

The application procedure is described below.

Compliance with Eligibility Criteria 2025

Before you apply for the Care Dependency Grant, make sure you understand the eligibility rules and prepare the required documents.

1. ID Documents for Parent and Child

You must have your ID document and your child’s ID document ready. This can be:

  • A 13-digit bar-coded South African ID card
  • A green ID book
  • A valid South African passport

2. What If You Don’t Have Your Child’s ID?

If you don’t have your child’s ID, you can still apply by submitting an affidavit. Follow these steps:

How to Write and Submit an Affidavit

First of all, download the affidavit form online here:

  1. Visit the Office of a Commissioner of Oaths:
    1. Go to a Commissioner of Oaths (outside SASSA offices).
    2. You will fill out the affidavit in front of them.
  2. Explain the Situation:
    1. In the affidavit, clearly explain why your child does not have an ID document.
  3. Get a Sworn Statement from a Reputable Person:
    1. You must also provide a written and signed statement from one of the following:
      1. A minister of religion who knows your family
      2. The principal of your child’s school
      3. A ward councillor or community leader
      4. A social worker
      5. A traditional leader (if applicable)
  4. Submit the Affidavit:
    1. Once complete, submit the affidavit with your application as a replacement for your child’s ID.

3. Medical Report for the Child

To qualify for the Care Dependency Grant, your child must have a severe disability and need special care or treatment. You must submit a medical report from a doctor or clinic. This report should:

  • Describe the child’s disability clearly
  • Confirm that the child needs permanent care or support
  • Be signed by a registered medical professional

4. Pass the Means Test

You have to pass the means test for this grant. Here are the requirements for the means test:

  • Single Parent: Must be earning less than R223 200 a year.
  • Married Parent: The combined income should be less than R446 400 a year.

5. Child Age

The child should be below 18 years to qualify for the R2 315 payment.

6. Residency and Citizenship

Both the child and the parents should have South African citizenship and reside in South Africa.

Note: Make sure all documents are originals or certified copies and up-to-date. With the correct paperwork, you will be one step closer to getting the support your child needs.

Fill Out the Application Form at the SASSA Office

Finally, you can fill out the SASSA grant application form at the SASSA office.

  1. Open Google Maps on your smartphone and type “SASSA near me” and search.
  2. You will find all the SASSA offices near your location.
  3. Choose one office and visit it during the public service hours.
  4. Tell the SASSA staff that you are there for the SASSA Care Dependency Grant application.
  5. Get a form from the staff and fill it out with the help of a staff member.
  6. Now staple all the attested copies of your documents to the form.
  7. Take a minute to read the form and find any typos or other mistakes, and correct them.
  8. Submit the form to the staff member and get your reference number from them.

How to Download the SASSA Care Dependency Grant Application Form Online?

You can download the PDF file of the SASSA Care Dependency grant application form online. Here is the link to the PDF application form to download and fill out.

SASSA Care Dependency or Caregiver Grant for Adults

Many people in South Africa are searching for a “SASSA Care Dependency Grant for Adults” or a “SASSA Caregiver Grant for Adults.” However, it’s important to note that no such grant currently exists under SASSA.

❌ There is No Care Dependency Grant for Adults

The Care Dependency Grant offered by the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is strictly for children under the age of 18 who have severe disabilities and need permanent care. This grant supports parents or legal guardians of children with disabilities, not adults.

❌ No Separate “Caregiver Grant” for Adults

Likewise, there is no special “Caregiver Grant” for adults who are taking care of elderly or disabled adults. While SASSA does recognize the needs of caregivers, it does not offer a dedicated grant for this purpose.

However, you can opt for the Older Persons grant or Disability grant if you are an adult and need financial aid due to your old age or disability.

What Disabilities Are Eligible for Care Dependency Grant Payment?

  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Down Syndrome
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (Severe cases)
  • Epilepsy (Uncontrolled or severe seizures)
  • Muscular Dystrophy
  • Spina Bifida
  • Severe Intellectual Disability
  • Quadriplegia / Paraplegia
  • Hearing Impairment (Profound deafness)
  • Visual Impairment (Blindness)
  • Severe Asthma (if life-threatening and disabling)
  • Congenital Heart Disease (with serious limitations)
  • HIV/AIDS (if in an advanced stage with complications)
  • Cystic Fibrosis
  • Severe Developmental Delays