The Rehabilitation Treatment For The Disabled scheme offers those with disabilities who cannot afford treatment financial support. The program covers assistance for medical treatment, assistive tools, rehabilitation programs, and training meant to improve employability. It seeks to guarantee persons with disabilities better quality of living by means of access to required tools for their rehabilitation and development.
Benefits
- Medical treatment: Provides treatment, including surgeries and therapies, for persons with disabilities.
- Assistive devices: Offers devices such as hearing aids, wheelchairs, crutches, and prosthetic limbs to improve mobility and independence.
- Rehabilitation services: Includes physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy to assist in recovery and skill development.
- Training and education: Helps persons with disabilities acquire skills and education to improve their employability.
Eligibility:
- The applicant must be a resident of Meghalaya.
- The applicant must have a disability certificate issued by a registered medical practitioner.
- The disability percentage should be more than 40%.
Application Process
Offline
- Apply through the District Social Welfare Officer of the respective district.
- For a list of District Social Welfare Officers, visit the official government website.
Documents Required:
- Disability certificate issued by a registered medical practitioner.
- Proof of residence in Meghalaya (Aadhaar card, voter ID card, or ration card).
- Identity proof (Aadhaar card or voter ID card).
- Bank account details.
- Passport-size photograph.
- Any other document as required by the District Social Welfare Officer.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Rehabilitation Treatment for the Disabled Scheme?
The scheme provides medical treatment, assistive devices, rehabilitation services, and education/training to individuals with disabilities in Meghalaya. - What are the benefits under the scheme?
Benefits include medical treatment, assistive devices, rehabilitation services (physiotherapy, occupational therapy), and education/training. - What is the eligibility for the scheme?
The applicant must be a resident of Meghalaya, have a disability certificate, and a disability percentage above 40%. - How to apply for the scheme?
Applications should be submitted through the District Social Welfare Officer in the respective district. - What is the minimum disability percentage required to apply for this scheme?
The disability percentage should be above 40%. - Category under which assistance is provided?
The scheme assists persons with disabilities who require medical treatment, rehabilitation, and skill development. - How to get the details of the District Social Welfare Officer?
Information can be obtained from the official government website or the respective district office. - Is there any age limit to apply for the scheme?
There is no specific age limit mentioned for applying to the scheme. - What document is required as proof of residence?
Proof of residence can include an Aadhaar card, voter ID card, or ration card.