The fund provides financial support of no more than eighty (80%) to a hundred percent (100%) of the cost of the item to be purchased. Less amounts will also be paid and is dependent on the affordability of the individual or the amount already paid or based on funds available in the COUNCIL Budget. Assistive aids and appliances can include but is not limited to: hearing aids, eyeglasses, mobility aids, prosthetic limbs, medicals, and therapeutic services. This programme is accessible to all persons with a disability regardless of age, sex, and gender. The applicant MUST be a citizen of Jamaica or reside in Jamaica for the past one year with legal documentation.
For Assistive Aids, support will be provided for an amount of not more than 80% to 100% of the total cost of the item/ service; but not exceeding $250,000.00 or $350,000.00 for prosthetics limbs. Special cases will be dealt with on an individual basis and where it is considered necessary, the applicant may be granted the full amount (ceiling) that can be allocated during a particular period.