Scheme For Providing Assistive Devices To Differently Abled Persons

About This Scheme

The scheme “Scheme for Providing Assistive Devices to Differently Abled Persons” was launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala. Under the scheme, the Government of Kerala provides assistive devices to differently-abled persons for improving their quality of life in terms of mobility, communication, and for performing their daily activities. There is a wide range of assistive devices available to meet the needs of persons with disabilities like Joy stick operated Wheel chair, Smart Phone with screen Reader, Daisy Player, CP Wheel Chair, Talking Calculator, etc. Due to mobility impairment Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) encounter many barriers to education while travelling, earning a job, etc. Therefore, by use of these Aids & assistive devices, Persons with Disabilities become independent and their participation in society increases.

Eligibility

- The applicant should be a native and resident of Kerala State. - Disabled persons with 40% or more disability are eligible to apply under the scheme. - The combined annual family income should not exceed ₹1,00,000/-. - The Medical Board should certify that the applicant is capable to use the assistive device.

Benefits

Under the scheme, the following assistive devices will be provided to differently-abled persons: 1. Joy stick-operated Wheelchair 1. Smart Phone with Screen Reader 1. Daisy Player 1. CP Wheel Chair 1. Talking Calculator, etc.

How to Apply

Where This Comes From

This scheme was sourced from myScheme, the Government of India's official Central+State scheme discovery portal, and reviewed by an editor before publishing. Use the button above to read the full details and apply directly on the official source.