Aswasakiranam Scheme envisages assisting the caregivers of physically and mentally disabled bedridden patients, who are their family members or relatives.

Yes, All those who have been providing caregiving service to patients since 02/08/10 will be paid monthly assistance with retrospective effect.

Coverage Of Diseases ● All bed-ridden patients who need a full-time caregiver. ● Mentally challenged (Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Mental retardation, Mental illness). ● 100 % blind, bed-ridden cancer patients, old-aged bed-ridden. ● Brittle bone disease.

This scheme financial assistance of Rs 600 per month is provided to those caregivers who look after their physically and mentally bedridden patients.

1. One who is totally bedridden and at home with a debilitating disability (physical, functional or mental). 2. One can not take care of himself/herself for any day-to-day activity without the support of another person. 3. One who belongs to a family, Below Poverty Line as per the BPL list and as per the ration card.

The application can be downloaded online or from the nearest Anganwadi or ICDS office.

1. Medical certificate attested by Govt./ Vayomithram / NRHM doctors. 2. Attested copy of BPL ration card / BPL certificate issued by Panchayat or Municipality or Corporation / Income certificate issued by village officer as proof of patient income. 3. Attested copy of Aadhar card/confirmation slip received.