AI SummaryWelfare Services for Other Socially Disabled Persons (Senior Citizens and Destitute) is a state scheme run by the Social Welfare and Tribal Affairs Department of Mizoram. It gives money help, through Grant-in-Aid, to registered NGOs and voluntary organizations that run old age homes, day care centres, and health care services for senior citizens and destitute people. As of August 2026 the scheme is open and NGOs can still apply for support under the Integrated Programme for Senior Citizens (IPSrC).
Mizoram has a large number of elderly people who have no family support or stable income. This scheme is the state government's way of giving them shelter, medical care, and a life of dignity. It works mainly through organizations that set up and manage care facilities with the money they receive under the Grant-in-Aid rules of the department.
Welfare Services for Other Socially Disabled Persons (Senior Citizens and Destitute)
Under this scheme, the department supports the care, protection, and rehabilitation of senior citizens aged 65 and above and destitute individuals who have no money or family backing. The government partners with non-governmental organizations so that old age homes, mobile medical units, physiotherapy clinics, and day care facilities can run across the state.
The scheme makes sure that the most at risk members of society get clean and safe living places, medical attention, and a chance for social contact. It also covers people with dementia and Alzheimer's disease through special care centres.
For the financial year 2026-27 the department continues to accept applications from eligible bodies. A notice inviting applications for operating senior citizens homes under the Integrated Programme for Senior Citizens (IPSrC) was issued in July 2025, and the same route stays open for new organizations.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Welfare Services for Other Socially Disabled Persons (Senior Citizens and Destitute) |
| Level | State |
| Nodal Department | Social Welfare and Tribal Affairs Department, Government of Mizoram |
| Target Beneficiaries | Senior citizens aged 65 and above, BPL families, destitute individuals |
| Support Type | Grant-in-Aid for institutions and services for individuals |
| Official Website | socialwelfare.mizoram.gov.in |
Benefits
The scheme offers a range of care services through partner organizations and institutions. Eligible people can get the help described below.
- Residential Care: Old age home admission for homeless seniors and destitute people who have no one to look after them.
- Healthcare: Mobile medical units, physiotherapy clinics, and care for long term health problems.
- Mental Health: Special care centres for people with dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
- Day Services: Multi-service day care centres for social contact and general wellness.
- Counselling: Helpline and professional counselling for seniors who feel isolated or depressed.
Eligibility
There are separate conditions for individuals and for organizations that want to run facilities under this scheme.
Individual Beneficiary Requirements:
- Must be a senior citizen aged 65 years or older.
- Must belong to a Below Poverty Line (BPL) family.
- Must be a destitute person without a steady way to earn a living.
- Must have no adequate financial or family support.
Institutional Requirements:
- Applicant must be a registered voluntary organization, NGO, or institution.
- Must show experience in social welfare or elderly care work.
- Must have enough buildings and staff to run an old age home or care centre.
- Must serve all eligible people without any discrimination.
Application Process
Eligible NGOs and institutions must send their Grant-in-Aid applications to the Directorate of Social Welfare and Tribal Affairs, Government of Mizoram. The department checks each application against the Grant-in-Aid rules and the current notice for the Integrated Programme for Senior Citizens.
STEP 1 - Visit the official website of the Directorate of Social Welfare at socialwelfare.mizoram.gov.in and open the senior citizens welfare section.
STEP 2 - Read the latest notice and the Grant-in-Aid rules PDF to confirm the required documents and the submission procedure.
STEP 3 - Fill the application or admission form correctly and attach all the required proof like age and income certificates.
STEP 4 - Submit the completed form to the Director, Social Welfare and Tribal Affairs Department, at Aizawl within the dates given in the notice.
Individual beneficiaries should contact the State Senior Citizens Home in Aizawl or their local Social Welfare office. The application for admission to the Home is available on the department website and may be sent directly to the Director.
Documents
Applicants must keep the following papers ready while applying:
- Proof of age such as a birth certificate or government issued ID.
- Income certificate that confirms BPL status.
- Valid identity proof.
- Any extra papers asked by the Social Welfare Department at the time of application.
References
View Official Grant-in-Aid Rules PDF
View Notice Inviting Applications for Senior Citizens Homes (IPSrC)
Visit Senior Citizens Welfare Page
Visit State Senior Citizens Home Page
FAQ's
What is the main aim of this scheme?
The scheme gives care, protection, and daily living support to senior citizens and destitute people who have no money or family support.
Who counts as an eligible senior citizen?
People who are 65 years of age or older and come under the Below Poverty Line category are eligible.
Does the scheme cover health care?
Yes, it provides mobile medical units, physiotherapy clinics, and special medical care for seniors.
Does it support mental health care?
Yes, it helps run care centres made for people with dementia or Alzheimer's disease.
Can organizations apply for support?
Yes, registered NGOs and voluntary organizations can apply for grant-in-aid to run old age homes and day care centres.
Are services available in remote areas?
Yes, the scheme uses mobile medical units to reach out to rural and far off places in Mizoram.