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Understand the episode that caused a stir online. Recently, a video emerged on social media platforms, such as Kwai, claiming that mothers who are heads of households were being barred from accessing Bolsa Família. According to the video's content, the MDS (Ministry of Social Development) was allegedly imposing restrictions on this specific group.
However, this narrative is, in fact, fake news. The MDS itself has already clarified the matter, emphasizing that women who lead their families are actually among those prioritized for receiving the aid.
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Government clarifies situation regarding mothers who are heads of households and Bolsa Família
In response to the uproar, the Federal Government assured that mothers who are heads of households are not at risk of losing the benefit. Additionally, it reinforced that they are among the main groups prioritized for receiving it.
However, to ensure the continuity of the benefit, it is crucial to follow the program's guidelines. In this context, one of the fundamental requirements is registration with CadÚnico (the Federal Government's Single Registry for Social Benefits).
Everyone who benefits from Bolsa Família recognizes that, in order to be included in the program, they must be registered with CadÚnico. However, it is essential that their information always be up to date.
In practical terms, registrants must update their information whenever there is a change in any family-related data, such as income or the number of household members. Furthermore, it is mandatory to renew the registration every two years, even if there are no changes in the family.
To carry out this update, the head of the family must visit the most accessible CRAS (Social Assistance Reference Center) in their area.
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What factors can result in the benefit being blocked?
Several circumstances can prevent beneficiaries from receiving Bolsa Família payments. Typically, the reasons are related to failure to meet certain program requirements. See:
- Exceeding the stipulated income (R$ 218 per capita);
- Failing to renew CadÚnico in the previous two-year period;
- An outdated vaccination card;
- School attendance below 60% for children up to 5 years old;
- School attendance below 75% for students between 6 and 18 years old;
- Pregnant women who neglect prenatal care;
- Guardians who do not monitor the nutrition of children up to 7 years old.
Release of Bolsa Família payments in August
Therefore, the mothers responsible for the families enrolled in the program can be assured that they will receive the benefit this month. The Bolsa Família payment schedule, with the official dates, has already been announced by the Federal Government.
Caixa Econômica Federal administers the payments, establishing the schedule based on the last digit of each beneficiary’s NIS (Social Identification Number). This month, distribution begins on the 18th for those registered with NIS ending in 1. See the schedule:
- NIS ending in 1: August 18;
- NIS ending in 2: August 21;
- NIS ending in 3: August 22;
- NIS ending in 4: August 23;
- NIS ending in 5: August 24;
- NIS ending in 6: August 25;
- NIS ending in 7: August 28;
- NIS ending in 8: August 29;
- NIS ending in 9: August 30;
- NIS ending in 0: August 31.
How to withdraw Bolsa Família funds?
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Beneficiaries have several options provided by Caixa for withdrawing their benefits. Thus, Bolsa Família funds can be withdrawn through ATMs, bank branches, lottery outlets, or Caixa Aqui correspondents.
Additionally, the bank offers the Caixa Tem app, which provides access to the digital social account. Through this account, the Federal Government makes payments for its assistance programs.
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Thus, beneficiaries can conveniently manage the funds received without the need for physical travel, using only their smartphones. With Caixa Tem, it is possible to make PIX payments, transfers, pay bills, top up mobile phones, among other services available.
