Written Answer to Unanswered Oral Question
Use of Financial Assistance in Pioneer Generation Disability Assistance Scheme and Review of Quantum of Assistance
Ministry of HealthSpeakers
Transcript
94 Ms Mariam Jaafar asked the Minister for Health (a) how many seniors are currently receiving financial assistance under the Pioneer Generation Disability Assistance Scheme; and (b) whether there are any plans to review the current grant quantum of $100 a month.
Mr Ong Ye Kung: Around 50,000 Pioneers are currently receiving $100 in cash monthly under the Pioneer Generation Disability Assistance Scheme (PioneerDAS). PioneerDAS is part of a broader suite of Government support measures for long-term care needs, which includes mean-tested subsidies, insurance, grants and MediSave top-ups and safety nets. We will continue to review these schemes from time to time to ensure that care remains affordable to those who require it.