What are the eligibility criteria for Home Caregiving Scheme (HCG)
To be eligible for HCG, you must meet the following criteria:
1. Citizenship
Singapore Citizen; or
Permanent Resident (with a parent, child or spouse who is a Singapore Citizen).
2. At least permanent moderate disability
Always require some assistance with at least 3 of the 6 Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as shown below:
3. Means-tested
Household monthly income per person is $3,600 or less; or
Annual value of property for household without income is $21,000 or less
Those with multiple properties will receive the lower HCG payout of $250 per month
4. Lives in Singapore
5. Not in a residential long-term care institution (e.g. nursing home)
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Note: There is no age limit for the Home Caregiving Grant (HCG).