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Group Home Capacity Doubles, Income Ceiling Raised for Disabled
14 Nov
Summary
- Group Home capacity increased from 42 to 80 residents.
- Annual income ceiling for fee concession doubled to ₹8 lakh.
- Medical assessments now conducted on-site, reducing assessment time.
The UT administration has approved a major expansion of the Group Home in Sector 31, doubling its capacity to accommodate 80 residents. This initiative also raises the annual family income ceiling for a 50% fee concession for individuals with intellectual disabilities from ₹4 lakh to ₹8 lakh. These crucial decisions were made during the fifth meeting of the Utthaan Society of Group Home governing body.
Further enhancing accessibility, the trial stay period for accompanying parents or guardians has been extended to three months. The admission process is streamlined, with medical assessments for applicants with intellectual disabilities or Autism Spectrum Disorder now conducted at the Group Home, reducing the assessment period from 45 to 30 days. Eligibility criteria have also been broadened to include persons with mental illness exhibiting a minimum 40% disability.
To ensure robust healthcare for residents, psychiatric and medical specialists will conduct weekly visits for health monitoring. Parents and guardians will also benefit from extended daily visiting hours, allowing room visits between 7:30 am and 7:30 pm. These comprehensive measures are designed to improve the facility's accessibility, simplify admissions, and bolster medical support for all residents.
