SASSA has announced the Care Dependency Grant amount for 2025. South African families will get R2080 each month. This money helps parents & caregivers who look after disabled children under 18 years old. The grant is needed because taking care of children with disabilities costs a lot of money. These costs include doctor visits medicine special tools and daily care. Many families have been waiting to hear about this grant update. The money helps them give better care to children who need extra support all day long. Both children with physical and mental disabilities can get this help through their caregivers. This support from SASSA makes a big difference in these families’ lives.
Everything You Need to Know About the R2,080 Grant
| Program Name | Early October 2025 (when the new rate applies) |
|---|---|
| How to Apply (Mode) | In person at a SASSA office or via approved SASSA application forms |
| Effective Rate Start Date | Early October 2025 (when new rate applies) |
| Renewal / Review Dates | Annually reviewed or when circumstances change |
| Official Source | SASSA grant policy announcements |
Who Can Claim This Care Dependency Grant
– You need to be a South African citizen have permanent residence or refugee status to apply.
– You must be the child’s parent, foster parent or legal guardian.
– The child has to be under 18 years old.
– The grant stops when they turn 18 unless special rules apply.
– The child must have a serious disability that needs full-time home care.
– They cannot live in a state facility all the time.
– Both you and the child must live in South Africa.
– Your income matters too. If you’re single there’s a limit on how much you can earn. For married couples we look at both incomes together.
– If you earn too much you might not get the grant.
– Foster parents don’t need to worry about income limits.
– You’ll need to pass a means test that checks your income and savings.
– This test doesn’t apply to foster parents.
How to Apply for Your Grant Quickly
– First locate the nearest office or get an application form.
– You will need some documents like your ID, your child’s birth certificate and medical papers.
– Also bring proof of how much money you earn.
– Fill out the form with basic details about you and your child.
– Write down where you live and how much you make.
– Take everything to the office and ask for a receipt when you hand it in.
– Your child might need to see a doctor for a check-up if they haven’t already.
– The doctor will look at their condition and write a report.
– The process takes about three months.
– If they say yes, you’ll get R2,080 each month. They might also pay you money from when you first applied.
– If they say no, you can ask them why & try again.
– Remember to tell them if anything changes like your address or income.
– They will check now and then to make sure you still qualify for the money.
– Keep all your papers safe and stay in touch with the office if you need help.
Payment Schedule & Exact Amounts: Don’t Miss Your R2,080
| Month | Payment Amount | Expected Payment Date |
|---|---|---|
| January 2025 | R2,080 | 4 January 2025 |
| February 2025 | R2,080 | 5 February 2025 |
| March 2025 | R2,080 | 6 March 2025 |
| April 2025 | R2,080 | 4 April 2025 |
| May 2025 | R2,080 | 6 May 2025 |
| June 2025 | R2,080 | 5 June 2025 |
| July 2025 | R2,080 | 4 July 2025 |
| August 2025 | R2,080 | 6 August 2025 |
| September 2025 | R2,080 | 4 September 2025 |
| October 2025 | R2,080 | 3 October 2025 |
| November 2025 | R2,080 | 5 November 2025 |
| December 2025 | R2,080 | 4 December 2025 |
Why This Grant Matters: Benefits for Your Family and Dependents
Taking care of a disabled child is hard on both emotions and money. Parents need to pay for doctors, treatments and special tools to help their child. They also spend more on food and travel to medical visits. Many families struggle because they don’t earn much money or have unstable jobs. The support payment of R2080 doesn’t cover all costs but it helps buy basic items. This money gives families some relief so they can focus on their child’s needs. It lets parents work less hours to stay home or helps them pay their bills more easily.
