National Programme for Health Care of the Elderly (NPHCE)

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Introduction
Title of the Scheme National Programme for Health Care of the Elderly (NPHCE)
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Funding Pattern of SchemeThe Centre will bear 90% of the total budget and the State Government will contribute 10% of the budget, for activities up to district level.
Brief DescriptionKeeping in view the recommendations made in the “National Policy on Older Persons” as well as the state’s obligation under the Maintenance & Welfare of Parents & Senior Citizens Act 2007”, The MoHFW launched the NPHCE during the year 2010-11, in the 11th plan period, to address various health related problems of elderly people.
Beneficiaries & Eligibility CriteriaAll elderly People (above 60 Years) in the country.
Types of BenefitsFree, Specialized health care facilities exclusively for the elderly people through the State health delivery system.
How to Avail BenefitsThe State Government/Union Territory should furnish programme Implementation plan in the prescribed format to avail the facility for implementation of the programme as per the guidelines and terms and conditions