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There are additional benefits for those who register for the program. Although Bolsa Família is a program widely praised by the Federal Government, many people are unaware of the extra advantages it offers. However, it is possible to enjoy these privileges by receiving the monthly payments.
With the renewal of the social program this year, new benefits have emerged to increase the monthly income of enrollees. We list these advantages below to keep you informed about your rights under Bolsa Família.
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Little-publicized Bolsa Família benefits
One of the exclusive offers is access to the Social Electricity Tariff. In this way, enrollees receive discounts on their electricity bills. They have the right to request this reduction, which can reach 65% of the total amount, depending on monthly electricity consumption.
Another advantage, little mentioned, is the chance to join the Minha Casa Minha Vida Program. This scheme grants financial benefits and special financing options for low-income families, including those enrolled in Bolsa Família. It is possible to obtain large discounts when purchasing a home and have easier conditions for paying the installments.
Benefits of Bolsa Família
Enrolled families may request an exemption from registration fees for public examinations at the federal, state, and municipal levels. This gives them a greater chance of obtaining jobs and ensuring financial stability.
Additionally, it is important to mention the various free course options available to improve the professional qualifications of those enrolled. These courses aim to improve work skills and increase income, as well as help people enter the job market.
It is essential to remember that Bolsa Família beneficiaries have priority when accessing various social programs and services, such as schools, health centers, and more. This privileged access seeks to ensure a better quality of life and the use of essential services for those in vulnerable situations.
Payments via Caixa Tem
Currently, more than 20 million people receive Bolsa Família. However, many complain about the long lines to withdraw the benefit. Did you know there is a more practical way to receive the payment?
Bolsa Família aims to lift families out of precarious economic and social situations. With this objective, the government increased the amount for all enrollees, establishing a base amount of R$ 600, in addition to extra payments.
For families with children aged 0 to 6, they provide an extra R$150 per child. They also add R$ 50 for each member who is a child between 7 and 18 years old, pregnant women, and nursing mothers.
Under Lula's administration, these amounts have increased, seeking to lift as many people as possible out of poverty and extreme misery. According to the Ministry of Social Development, more than 3 million citizens escaped extreme poverty this year.
To make it easier to withdraw Bolsa Família funds, the government offers the option of receiving them through the Caixa Tem app, launched in 2020 by Caixa Econômica Federal.
Originally created for Auxílio Emergencial, the app still plays a crucial role in paying social benefits.
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How to withdraw funds through Caixa Tem?
To withdraw funds through the app, it is crucial to keep your information updated in Cadastro Único (CadÚnico). Recently, the government reviewed all registrants. It is recommended to keep the information up to date.
Using the app, families can receive funds earlier, avoiding long waits in lines. This way, they can manage the benefit from the comfort of home.
Caixa Tem is available on the Play Store and App Store, free of charge. Download it, link your account, and carry out transactions with Bolsa Família and other government benefits.
