Can someone who lives alone receive Bolsa Família?
After the news about the transition of the Auxílio program, many people have doubts about whether those who live alone can receive Bolsa Família.
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One of the promises of the new President of the Republic Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva was the return of Family Allowance, a program that changed its name to Brazil Aid under the administration of former president Jair Messias Bolsonaro.
The change has not yet occurred in January, as there was no time to align some changes, since management focused its efforts on maintaining the value of R$600.00.
However, the transition may occur in the coming days and has raised some doubts among beneficiaries.
One of them is if those who live alone can receive a grant Family. One of the reasons for these doubts is that the program will be subject to a thorough scrutiny, and one of the targets of the investigation is single-person families, that is, those with only one member.
The government wants to ensure that only people who meet the rules receive the benefit and hopes to reduce fraud in the coming days.
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What will be covered in this text?
- Can someone who lives alone receive Bolsa Família?
- Main changes to the program;
- How much does Bolsa Família cost for those who live alone?
- Are those who do not have children entitled to Auxílio Brasil?
- How do I apply for Bolsa Família?
- Conclusion.
Can someone who lives alone receive Bolsa Família?
The number of low-income citizens living alone increased relatively between September 2021 and August 2022, data revealed by a survey by the Lula government and raised suspicions of fraud.
Therefore, the Minister of Social Development announced that he will carry out a thorough review of the CadÚnico family records, especially single-person households.
Still because of this news, doubts arose as to whether those who live alone can receive Bolsa Família.
After all, can you?
Yes. Single-person families are also eligible for the benefit. However, they must comply with the rules and have their information updated in CadÚnico.
Main changes to the program
Since he publicly demonstrated interest in reestablishing Bolsa Família, Lula has also highlighted his intention to review some rules.
Among them, requiring, as a criterion for payment of the benefit, the presentation of an updated vaccination card and also proof of school enrollment, in the case of families with children.
However, these documents were already required in many regions of Brazil, especially in the northeast.
In addition, the program also presents other changes, such as:
- Additional value of R$150.00 for families with children aged 0 to 6;
- Make the value of R$600.00 current;
- Families with up to two children aged between 0 and 6 years old will receive an additional R$150.00 for each child.
- Monitoring breastfeeding mothers.
How much does Bolsa Família cost for those who live alone?
With the transition from the Auxílio Brasil program to Bolsa Família, the amount of R$600.00 will become permanent.
This means that no family can receive an amount less than R$600.00.
What makes a person receive a higher amount is the fact that they have children, therefore, as we are talking about a person who lives alone, there is no way for them to receive a higher amount.
In conclusion, the The value of Bolsa Família for those who live alone is R$$600.00.
Are those who do not have children entitled to Auxílio Brasil?
Yes. However, the person must comply with the program rules, the main ones being:
- Be registered with CadÚnico and in conditions of social vulnerability;
- Families in extreme poverty with a per capita family income of a maximum of R$105.00.
- Families living in poverty with a per capita family income between R$105.01 and R$210.00.
How do I apply for Bolsa Família?
The program transition has not yet taken place, however, those interested in participating in the program can now register, as the transfer between programs will be carried out automatically.
Therefore, contact your city's CRAS (Brazilian Social Assistance Registry) and register with CadÚnico. In addition to Auxílio Brasil, you may be eligible for other benefits, such as the Social Energy Tariff and Gas Voucher.
Among the main documents required for registration, we find:
- ID;
- CPF;
- Voter Registration Card;
- Proof of address;
- Work Card.
In the case of families with more members, the list of documents is longer, as it is essential to bring documents for each member.
In theory, the approval period can take between 1 and 3 months, however, it can be extended depending on the demand in the region.
For people living alone, the approval time can take even longer.
The expectation is that the waiting list will also be cleared during the program transition, so register as soon as possible to be accepted into the next class.
Conclusion
So, did you enjoy finding out if Can someone who lives alone receive Bolsa Família?
Although the checks are stricter for this group, for now, they can receive it, as long as they fit the rules.
Even after the fine-tooth comb that will be carried out by the government, unilateral families continue to have access to the benefit.
However, those who present any type of irregularity with the program, that is, do not comply with the rules, will have their benefit blocked or denied.
So, make sure you meet the rules and go to CRAS to register.
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