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Social benefits that help with bills, food and health
Learn about the social benefits that alleviate essential expenses, such as energy, gas, health and food, and find out who is entitled to each program.
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“With the Gas Aid, I was finally able to cook peacefully every month”
My name is Ana, I live with my two children and work as a daily cleaner. For a long time, buying a gas cylinder was a constant concern and I didn't know about the social benefits I was entitled to.
I even had to postpone other bills just to guarantee gas at home. One day, while talking to CRAS, I discovered that I was entitled to Gas Aid.
That's why I registered with CadÚnico and soon started receiving the benefit. Now, with this help, I can cook with peace of mind, without compromising the rest of my budget.
So this was a huge relief for me and my family!
How does Gas Aid work?
Auxílio Gás is a federal social program created to provide financial support every two months.
Therefore, the objective of the benefit is to offer financial support so that low-income families can purchase the gas cylinder used to prepare meals.
Who is entitled to the social benefits of Gas Aid?
- The aid is aimed at families registered in the Single Registry (CadÚnico), whose income per person does not exceed half the monthly minimum wage.
- Families that have members who benefit from BPC (Continuous Benefit Payment) can also be included.
- Women who are victims of domestic violence, protected by protective measures, have priority in receiving the benefit.
How to apply for Gas Aid?
There is no need to specifically register for the program, as the government automatically selects families through CadÚnico.
Therefore, you can check whether you have been selected using the Caixa Tem app, Bolsa Família app or at Caixa Econômica Federal branches.
Finally, you can check out more information on the official website:
“I can smile again without fear thanks to the free dentistry benefit provided by the SUS”
My name is Carlos, I'm 52 years old and I live in a rural community. I've always worked hard, but I never had enough money to take care of my teeth.
Over time, I lost some, and that really affected my self-esteem.
However, it was at the Basic Health Unit (UBS) in my city that I discovered that I could receive free dental care through the SUS.
I had cleanings, treated cavities and even got a free dental prosthesis and today I smile without fear, with dignity and up-to-date oral health.
How does free dental care through the SUS work?
The Unified Health System (SUS) offers free dental treatment, ensuring that the entire population has access to basic oral health care without having to pay.
What services are included?
- Dental cleanings and fluoride application.
- Treatment of cavities, extractions, fillings.
- In some regions, free dentures are even offered.
Who can access this service?
Every Brazilian citizen, especially those who depend on the public health network, has the right to social benefits from the SUS.
However, service may vary depending on the availability of professionals in each region.
How to schedule an appointment?
Go to the Basic Health Unit (UBS) in your region to find out how to access dental care.
Additionally, in some locations, there are also Dental Specialty Centers (CEO), which perform more advanced procedures.
“With Bolsa Família, I can put food on the table and guarantee my children’s schooling”
I'm Patricia, a single mother of three young children. For a long time, I lived on the bare minimum, trying to stretch my salary as a cleaner to cover rent, food and school.
It was at CRAS that I learned about Bolsa Família. That's why, after registering with CadÚnico, I started receiving the benefit every month.
This financial aid has been essential: I can keep the children in school and ensure food on the table, even in the tightest months.
How does Bolsa Família work?
Bolsa Família is an income transfer program aimed at families living in poverty or extreme poverty.
Thus, this is one of the social benefits aimed at guaranteeing resources to meet basic needs.
Who is entitled to Bolsa Família?
- Families registered in CadÚnico with a per capita income of up to R$ 218 per month.
- Priority for homes with pregnant women, children, teenagers or young people up to 21 years old.
What is the value of the benefit?
The benefit ensures at least R$$ 600 per month, with the possibility of additional amounts depending on the profile and composition of the family.
In addition, you can add around R$ 150 per child up to six years old or R$ 50 for teenagers.
How to apply for Bolsa Família?
After registering with CadÚnico, the selection of families is done automatically by the government, based on the information registered.
Therefore, consultation and monitoring can be done through the Bolsa Família or Caixa Tem app.
“The electricity bill stopped being scary at the end of the month with the Social Tariff”
My name is Dona Lourdes, I am 67 years old and I live with my husband in a small house in the countryside. The electricity bill was a big burden on our tight retirement.
That's when a social worker told me about the Social Electricity Tariff.
So, I signed up and, since then, I've been receiving discounts that have helped ease our budget considerably. Today, I can pay for electricity without fear of not having enough for the rest of my expenses.
How does the Social Electricity Tariff work?
The Social Tariff offers discounts on electricity bills for low-income families, ensuring that access to electricity does not compromise the household budget.
Who is entitled to the Social Tariff?
- Families registered with CadÚnico, with a per capita income of up to half the minimum wage.
- People who receive BPC (Continuous Benefit Payment).
- Families with members suffering from illnesses that require electrical equipment for treatment (subject to medical proof).
What is the discount amount?
The discount on the electricity bill can reach 65%, varying according to the monthly energy consumption — the lower the usage, the greater the discount applied.
How do I request the Social Tariff?
First, look for the company responsible for supplying energy in your area and present the NIS, along with the documents requested for analysis.
This way, the benefit is applied directly to the invoice.
Want to know more about Gas Aid? See how to secure yours in just a few steps
Now that you know about social benefits, how about finding out all the details about how the Gas Aid benefit works, who is entitled to it and the amount transferred.
Therefore, to help you, we have prepared complete content, with everything you need to know, links and updated tips!
Therefore, access the article below and check out the step-by-step guide to consult, receive and maintain your Gas Aid without complications!
Gas Aid: who is entitled and how to guarantee it
Find out everything about Gas Aid: who can receive it, the amount of the benefit and how to check your entitlement through CadÚnico or Caixa Tem.
