Many people don't know that it is possible to receive the BPC (Continuous Benefit Payment) and Bolsa Família at the same time, but it is necessary to follow some rules to do so. Each benefit has its own requirements, so it is essential to be aware.
It is also worth noting that each benefit has different audiences. BPC is for elderly people over 65 or people with disabilities, both of whom are low-income. Bolsa Família is intended for all low-income families in Brazil.
Therefore, see below how each of them works and understand how it is possible to receive both amounts.
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How do I receive BPC and Bolsa Família?
It is important to highlight that this possibility of receiving both benefits only came into existence in June of this year, after Federal Law No. 14,601. Thus, this legislation allows the receipt of both benefits, as long as the person meets the requirements for each one.
Furthermore, those who accumulate benefits must inform the responsible bodies about this. This is because omitting this information can cause problems, such as suspension or cancellation of the benefit.
What are the Bolsa Família requirements?
Like other government social programs, Bolsa Família is aimed at low-income families registered with CadÚnico. Thus, to have access to the installments, beneficiaries must meet certain requirements, such as:
- Assessment of children's nutritional status;
- Vaccination calendar up to date;
- School attendance of children and adolescents;
- Prenatal monitoring of pregnant women.
Who can receive BPC?
As stated before, the target audience of BPC are elderly people over 65 years old in a situation of social vulnerability and people with disabilities. Therefore, it is necessary to be registered with CadÚnico to receive and have a per capita income equal to or less than a quarter of the minimum wage, that is, R$ 330.
Furthermore, those who receive BPC cannot receive retirement, survivor's pension, or unemployment insurance.
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