Monthly Stipend Recipients Clarified by State Department: 11,000 Rubles (per individual)
Feb 2025 sees a boost for disabled caregivers in Russia
Caring for a family member with a disability just got a bit easier for many Russians, as the state allowance for such care has been increased. As reported by RIA Novosti, this announcement was made by Ekaterina Stenyakina, a member of the State Duma's social policy committee.
Previously, only parents or guardians of a child with a disability were eligible to receive an allowance of 10,000 rubles per month. However, this changed with President Vladimir Putin's decree starting from January 2025. Now, any relative or able-bodied citizen caring for a child with a disability or an adult with a disability of group I can apply to the Social Fund for the allowance (an annual process). With this change, they'll now receive close to 11,000 rubles every month.
Stenyakina also mentioned that this allowance was increased by 9.5% in February 2025 and is planned to be indexed annually to keep pace with inflation. An interesting fact is that payments to parents and guardians are made automatically without the need for a yearly application.
Now, on to other matters — who in the Altai Krai region is eligible for a 50% reduction in OCAGO (motor third-party liability insurance) policy costs? Unfortunately, we didn't find any specific information on this matter in our search. To learn more, you'd probably want to consult official regional government sources from Altai Krai or the Russian federal transport/insurance regulatory authorities. These programs are usually administered at the regional level, so checking with the Altai Krai administration’s official website or local insurance regulatory bodies would be advisable. Keep an eye out for announcements related to transport subsidies, agricultural vehicle support, or regional social initiatives that might include insurance cost assistance.
In case you're curious, OCAGO is Russia’s mandatory third-party liability auto insurance, and programs like these typically target specific groups (e.g., agricultural workers, low-income residents, or recipients of social benefits). However, we couldn't find any details about such a program in the sources we reviewed. Always verify with primary sources for eligibility criteria to avoid any confusion.
- In addition to the increased allowance for caregivers, the Russian government is considering a 50% reduction in OCAGO (motor third-party liability insurance) policy costs for specific individuals in the Altai Krai region.
- The proposed reduction in OCAGO policy costs is part of a broader initiative aimed at addressing issues within the business, finance, and politics sectors, as well as more general news topics.
- The announcement for the increased disability allowance in Russia was made by Ekaterina Stenyakina, a member of the State Duma's social policy committee, and is set to benefit relatives and able-bodied citizens caring for disabled individuals, as stated in the Report by RIA Novosti.
- As the Russian economy and its social programs continue to evolve, it's essential to stay informed about relevant changes such as the proposed OCAGO policy cost reduction and the increased disability allowance in order to make well-informed decisions.
- With the increased allowance coming into effect as early as February 2025 and potential reductions in OCAGO policy costs on the horizon, it's clear that the Russian government is dedicating resources to improving the well-being of those affected by disability and other challenging circumstances.
