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“Home for the Aged" under Grant-in-Aid to Pondicherry Society for the Care of the Aged (PONCARE)

Through the scheme “Home for the Aged", the senior citizens are provided with stay at subsidiary rates, food (both vegetarian and non-vegetarian), routine health check up by doctors thrice in a week, providing news papers and television for entertainment.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Puducherry

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Stay at Subsidiary Rate of ₹1200/- for the Inmates. | - Food (Both Vegetarian and Non-vegetarian). | - Routine Health Check Up by Doctors Thrice in a Week. | - Newspapers and Television for Entertainment.

Who can apply

The applicant should be 60 years or above in age.; The applicant should be a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What are the stay charges for the inmates under this scheme?

Inmates enjoy a stay at a subsidiary rate of [?]1200 per month.

What services are provided to senior citizens under this scheme?

Senior citizens receive food, routine health check-ups, newspapers, and television for entertainment.

Can you specify the age requirement for applicants?

Applicants must be 60 years or above to be eligible for the scheme.

Which organization should be contacted for more details about the scheme?

For more information, contact the Secretary, Pondicherry Society for the care of the Aged (PONCARE).

What contact details are available for inquiries about the scheme?

Inquiries can be made at +91-413-2245317, +91-413-2246318, or +91-9443405499.

What health services are part of the scheme?

Inmates receive routine health check-ups by doctors three times a week.

Is the stay rate inclusive of meals for the inmates?

Yes, the stay rate of [?]1200 includes both vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals.

What entertainment facilities are provided to the senior citizens?

Senior citizens have access to newspapers and television for entertainment.

What is the geographical scope of this scheme?

The scheme is for residents of the Union Territory of Puducherry.

How often do doctors conduct health check-ups for the inmates?

Doctors conduct routine health check-ups for the inmates three times a week.

Can applicants from outside Puducherry apply for this scheme?

No, applicants must be residents of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years.