Thai disabilities fund unleashes hefty support for home repairs and rent

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The Empowerment for Persons with Disabilities Fund announced an expansion of financial support for house repairs and rent today, January 9, as declared by the Social Development and Human Security Minister, Varawut Silpa-archa.

 

This revolutionary decision, inked during the fund’s pivotal meeting on December 27 last year, promises substantial relief for those navigating the challenges of disabilities.

 

Varawut, the driving force behind this initiative, declared a robust increase in the subsidy for house repairs – a jump from 30,000 baht to 40,000 baht per individual. As if that weren’t enough, the lifeline for house rent support has seen an exponential rise, increasing from 1,700 baht per month for two months to an impressive 3,000 baht, available for a generous span of six months, reported Thai PBS World.

 

Varawut highlighted the profound impact of this augmentation.

 

“This increase is not just about financial numbers; it’s about lifting the weight off shoulders, about enhancing the lives of those with disabilities.”

 

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

Caption: Photo courtesy of socialprotection.org

 

Full story: The Thaiger 2024-01-09

 

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