Grants for Lower-income PMD Owners to Offset Battery Replacement Costs to Reduce Fire Risks

98 Miss Rachel Ong asked the Minister for Social and Family Development whether grants will be considered to help lower-income PMD owners offset replacement battery costs where such support is restricted to purchases only from LTA-compliant suppliers to reduce fire risks and enhance safety in residential areas.

Mr Masagos Zulkifli B M M: Unlike personal mobility aids (PMAs), which carry individuals with mobility challenges, personal mobility devices (PMDs) are for general transport use. Eligible persons with disabilities and seniors aged 60 and above who wish to apply for subsidised PMAs or PMA components may approach SG Enable and Agency for Integrated Care to apply for support from the Assistive Technology Fund and Seniors' Mobility and Enabling Fund respectively.

For lower-income PMD owners receiving ComCare, the ComCare assistance is given in cash and can help defray some of the battery replacement cost.