The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) provides monthly financial assistance through the Care Dependency Grant to parents who take care of their severely disabled children. The grant helps families pay for medical expenses and specialized equipment needs and daily care costs which their disabled children need to overcome their significant physical or mental limitations.
The payment date for the Care Dependency Grant will take place on March 2026.
SASSA has confirmed that social grants for March 2026 will be paid in the first week of the month. The official schedule states that children’s grants and their associated benefits which include the Care Dependency Grant will be distributed on Thursday, 5 March 2026. SASSA follows a structured payment sequence each month starting with the Older Persons Grant which is followed by the Disability Grant and then all children’s grants. The system helps decrease payment point congestion because it enables complete nationwide processing without interruptions.
What is the value of the Care Dependency Grant for 2026.
The Care Dependency Grant amount remains around R2,320 per month per qualifying child which matches other major social grants including the Disability Grant and Older Persons Grant. The financial assistance provides essential support to families who care for their children with severe disabilities and high medical needs.
Who is eligible to receive the Care Dependency Grant
To qualify, the child must be under the age of 18 and assessed as having a severe disability that requires permanent care. The caregiver must be a South African citizen permanent resident or recognized refugee who lives in South Africa. The applicants need to complete both a medical assessment and a means test to establish their eligibility.
How to Check Your Payment Status
Beneficiaries can verify their payment status through SASSA’s online services WhatsApp platforms and by visiting a local SASSA office. The correct banking details and accurate personal information must be provided to prevent any payment delays or payment errors.
Important Tips for Beneficiaries
SASSA advises beneficiaries not to rush to withdraw funds on the payment date because the money will remain available in their accounts. The payment process will continue without problems when contact and banking details get updated before the monthly processing deadline.
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