SASSA Care Dependency Grant: Official Information Guide
The Care Dependency Grant is a SASSA social grant with specific eligibility and assessment requirements. Verify current rules and documents through official government service pages.
Last reviewed: 2026-09-20Source-led guide
Check official requirements
Use the current SASSA or gov.za service page for the applicant, child, medical-assessment and means-test requirements that apply at the time you apply.
Protect sensitive information
Do not upload medical records or a child's identifying information to third-party status sites unless there is a clear, legitimate and secure reason. Our site does not request those records.
Frequently asked questions
Does this website process Care Dependency Grant applications?
No. Applications are administered by SASSA.
Sources and verification
Dates, eligibility, funding and application rules can change. Re-check the provider or government source before applying.