The government will begin distribution of 2022 pension booklets and the one-off $25,000 COVID cash grant for pensioners from Monday.
This was announced on Friday by the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security (MoHSSS), which stated that the rollout of the cash grant is expected to benefit pensioners as well as public assistance recipients, and persons living with disabilities.
In a press release, the ministry noted that thousands of persons are expected to benefit, with pensioners being able to collect their 2022 pension books at the same time. The grant, which will be given in the form of vouchers, will be valid until November 30 and recipients are therefore advised to cash them before then.