The State Government has approved the implementation of the Vayoshri Yojana, a scheme for senior citizens above 65 years of age. Under the scheme the senior citizens are given Rs 3,000 for treatment in disabilities, buying aides, psychological treatment, etc. The disbursement of the financial benefits will be done through DBT mode..
Eligible senior citizens can get one-time financial help for buying spectacles, hearing aids, foldable walking sticks, wheel chairs, commode chair. Lumber belt, Cervical collar, etc. The eligibility will be certified at the Urban Primary Health Centre (UPHC).
The examination for the certificate will be done every Wednesday at the UPHC. The application form along with the relevant documents may be submitted at the nearest health centre, informs Assistant Commissioner of Social Justice Sukeshini Telgote.