State Government-Run Old Age and Infirm Homes
Under this scheme, free residential, food, clothing, and healthcare are provided to destitute elderly individuals above 60 years in state-run residential facilities.
About This Scheme
The “State Government-Run Old Age and Infirm Homes” scheme has been launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to provide shelter and essential care to destitute elderly residents of the state. Under this scheme, senior citizens are provided free accommodation, meals, clothing, and healthcare in state-run residential facilities. Currently, two homes are operational in the districts of Chamoli & Bageshwar.
Benefits
The following facilities are provided to elderly individuals in government-run Old Age and Infirm Homes:
Free accommodation
Free nutritious meals
Free clothing
Free medical care, etc.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
The applicant should be a male or female.
The applicant’s age must be 60 years or above.
There is no income ceiling for eligibility.
The applicant must not have a communicable disease (certified by a government doctor).
Application Process
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The application can first be submitted by the concerned elderly woman or man at the office of the District Magistrate/Magistrate or the District Social Welfare Officer/Superintendent of the Government-Run Old Age and Infirmary Home. A copy of the family register, a copy of the Aadhaar card, and a report from the Pradhan/ Councillor must be attached to the application.
Thereafter, the District Magistrate forwards the matter for investigation by the Revenue Department, which includes obtaining the report of the Revenue Inspector, the recommendation of the Tehsildar, and a medical certificate from a doctor stating that the applicant’s illness is not contagious to other inmates.
After completing the investigation and reviewing the submitted application, the District Magistrate/Magistrate issues an order permitting the concerned person to reside in the Government-Run Old Age and Infirmary Home. The individual may then take residence in the said home.
Official Source: View on myScheme.gov.in
Benefits
The following facilities are provided to elderly individuals in government-run Old Age and Infirm Homes:
Free accommodation
Free nutritious meals
Free clothing
Free medical care, etc.
Application Process
Apply Offline
The application can first be submitted by the concerned elderly woman or man at the office of the District Magistrate/Magistrate or the District Social Welfare Officer/Superintendent of the Government-Run Old Age and Infirmary Home. A copy of the family register, a copy of the Aadhaar card, and a report from the Pradhan/ Councillor must be attached to the application.
Thereafter, the District Magistrate forwards the matter for investigation by the Revenue Department, which includes obtaining the report of the Revenue Inspector, the recommendation of the Tehsildar, and a medical certificate from a doctor stating that the applicant’s illness is not contagious to other inmates.
After completing the investigation and reviewing the submitted application, the District Magistrate/Magistrate issues an order permitting the concerned person to reside in the Government-Run Old Age and Infirmary Home. The individual may then take residence in the said home.
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | State Government-Run Old Age and Infirm Homes |
| Short Title | SGROAIH |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Categories | Housing & Shelter, Social welfare & Empowerment |
| States | Uttarakhand |
| Gender | All |
| Age Range | 60 — Any years |
| Caste/Category | PwD |
| Area | Both |
| Source | www.myscheme.gov.in ↗ |
Deepika Raikwar · 📅 12 Jun 2026
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