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The initial deadline to update the information was set to end on August 11; however, there was an extension the previous month. Learn more about the benefit!
The update period for the R$ 300 benefit ends on September 11, next Monday. The Salvador City Hall (BA) provides the “Housing Benefit,” aimed at homeless individuals and lower-income families who lost their homes due to natural disasters.
Although the initial deadline was set for August 11, the municipal administration extended the period. According to the Municipal Secretariat for Social Welfare, Combating Poverty, Sports and Leisure (Sembel), beneficiaries must report to the location where they initially received the benefit.
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Housing Benefit: how to update the R$ 300 benefit?
Those facing socioeconomic hardships should seek the Social Assistance Reference Centers (CRAS) or the Specialized Social Assistance Reference Centers (CREAS). Homeless individuals should go to Centro POP or the Comprehensive Assistance Sector for the Homeless Population (SAIPSR). It is essential to bring:
- Original document with photograph;
- CPF;
- Rental agreement and a copy of the landlord’s RG and CPF.
Additionally, in cases of natural disasters involving Civil Defense intervention, the department advises beneficiaries to request a new inspection. The recommended channel for this is the number 199.
What are the guidelines for the Housing Benefit?
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Sembel manages the registration of families eligible for the assistance. To join the program, applicants must reside in Salvador, have experienced natural disasters or be homeless, be registered in the Single Registry (CadÚnico), and have an individual income limited to one quarter of the current minimum wage (R$ 330).
Caixa Econômica Federal is the institution responsible for the assistance. Thus, the Housing Benefit is released during the last 10 business days of each month, according to the schedule for transfers under the Federal Government’s social programs.
