The “Medical Camps (Allopathy and Indian Systems of Medicine)” sub-scheme is a part of the Grant-in-Aid to Pondicherry Society for the Care of the Aged (PONCARE), introduced by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry. This scheme aims to provide free health checkups and free medicines to senior citizens. The scheme also organizes awareness speeches by doctors to educate the elderly on health-related topics.
Benefits
- Free Health Checkup: Regular medical checkups by doctors.
- Free Medicines: Medicines provided during health checkups.
- Awareness Speech: Information and advice from medical professionals.
Eligibility:
- The applicant must be 60 years or above in age.
- The applicant should be a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years.
Application Process
Offline
- Step 1: Visit the Pondicherry Society for the Care of the Aged (PONCARE) located at:
- Address: 4th Cross – Sithankudi, 6th Cross Extension, Brindavanam, West, Puducherry – 605 013
- Phone: +91-413-2245317, +91-413-2246318, +91-9443405499
- Step 2: Request the hard copy of the application form from the staff.
- Step 3: Fill in all mandatory fields, attach the passport-sized photograph (signed across if required), and include all required documents (self-attested if necessary).
- Step 4: Submit the completed application form along with the documents to The Secretary, PONCARE.
- Step 5: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the authority for submission. Ensure that the receipt contains date, time, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card
- Birth Certificate or Age Proof
- Residence-cum-Nativity Certificate issued by the competent authority
- Recent Passport-Size Photograph
- Bank Passbook
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What services are offered in the Medical Camps sub-scheme?
The scheme provides free health checkups and free medicines. - What is the key focus of the Medical Camps for senior citizens?
The focus is on providing regular health checkups and medications for senior citizens, along with awareness speeches to educate them on health matters. - What are the eligibility criteria for participating in the Medical Camps?
Applicants must be 60 years or above and residents of Puducherry for at least 5 years. - Can non-residents of Puducherry apply for the Medical Camps?
No, only residents of Puducherry are eligible. - Is there any cost associated with the health checkup and medicines?
No, health checkups and medicines are completely free for eligible applicants. - Who administers the “Grant-in-Aid to Pondicherry Society for the Care of the Aged” scheme?
The scheme is administered by Pondicherry Society for the Care of the Aged (PONCARE). - How frequently are the Medical Camps organized?
The frequency of the camps may vary; specific details can be obtained from the PONCARE office. - Can applicants below the age of 60 participate in the Medical Camps?
No, the scheme is only available to those 60 years or older. - Are there additional benefits besides health checkups and medicines?
Awareness speeches by doctors are also included as part of the benefits. - How can individuals address grievances related to the scheme?
Grievances can be addressed by contacting the PONCARE office or through the Grievance Redressal system. - Is there any application fee?
No, there is no application fee for participating in this scheme. - Are there any specific provisions for persons with disabilities under this scheme?
The scheme does not specify additional provisions for disabilities; however, seniors with special health conditions may benefit from the free services.
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