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[舜禹台灣]【鳳山老公寓火災悲劇】弱勢家庭居家安全網,不能再破洞!
近期高雄鳳山一棟老舊公寓突發大火,造成85歲老翁與56歲兒子雙雙罹難。父子倆屬於中低收入戶,日常依靠微薄補助過活,曾拒絕消防局提供的免費住警器。這場悲劇暴露出台灣弱勢家庭的居住安全漏洞,也提醒我們社會安全網亟需加強。 面對這樣的情境,除了心痛,更重要的是知道如何防範與尋求協助。 弱勢家庭、獨居長者,防火刻不容緩! 根據內政部統計,2024年底台灣約有29萬戶中低收入家庭,65歲以上長者約23%,其中許多居住於老舊房屋。消防署資料顯示,約六成火災致死案件皆發生於未安裝住警器的住宅,老舊住宅更是風險高地。 對於個人、家庭與社會的影響: 個人層面:身心創傷、喪失生命與財產、醫療費用沉重 家庭層面:經濟負擔加劇、扶養與殯葬壓力增加 社會層面:社會成本增加,公共資源需投入更多於救災、醫療及長照服務 現行社福、消防與居家安全協助資源總整理: 一、消防安全資源 119 消防救災專線 服務:24小時救災、免費住警器申請 撥打方式:直接撥打119 地方消防局 免費提供住警器安裝,弱勢家庭優先,教導正確使用方法。 申請:透過里長、社區幹事或直接聯絡消防分隊。 二、急難救助與經濟補助 各縣市社會局(處)急難救助金 火災死亡慰問金,房屋毀損補助。 申請方式:1999市民熱線/各縣市社會局 三、居家安全修繕與補助計畫 「老宅延壽計畫」 補助管線更新、建物立面修繕、屋頂防水、新增無障礙設備等 補助金額:每項補助上限50% 申請方式:各地社會局、內政部 長照2.0居家無障礙環境改善 提供防滑地板、緊急通報系統、扶手等修繕 申請:撥打1966長照專線 四、長者關懷與到宅送餐服務 各縣市長照管理中心(1966長照專線) 每週提供3–7餐熱食,志工定期訪視 申請:撥打1966專線 社區關懷據點 定期探訪,協助居家安全評估與轉介資源 申請方式:詢問里長或地方社會局 不要再等下一場悲劇,我們都能做更多 弱勢家庭與長者的居家安全,不該是奢求,而應是基本保障。 如果您或您身邊的人,正面臨經濟困難、居住安全問題,請立刻尋求上述資源的協助: 不知道怎麼開始嗎? 歡迎私訊 舜禹學堂 FB 或 IG,我們的服務團隊將線上免費提供專業諮詢,協助您整合可得的所有支援資源。 一個訊息,一通電話,都可能改變生命。 一起動起來,為弱勢築起真正的居住安全網!
[舜禹台灣]當愛情遇上植物人:台灣長照困境與創世基金會的專業支持
從一則新聞看台灣長照現實 近年最令人動容的社會事件之一,莫過於一位丈夫長年照顧植物人妻子的故事。這對新婚不久的夫妻,因意外導致妻子成為植物人,丈夫從青年時期開始照顧,歷經二十餘年光陰,最終因身心不堪負荷而選擇放手。此案例凸顯幾個長期照顧的核心問題: 婚姻關係的考驗:新婚階段尚未穩固的關係,突然必須承受重大照顧責任。 時間的殘酷性:長達數十年的照顧歷程,遠超過一般家庭危機的應對週期。 道德與健康的兩難:照顧者往往陷入社會期待與個人身心健康的矛盾抉擇。 台灣植物人家庭現狀深度分析 (一)人口特徵與照顧現況 台灣有數千名植物人患者,其中相當比例是在青壯年時期發病。根據專業機構調查,這類家庭通常需要承受長達近十年的長期照顧負擔,且隨著高齡化社會來臨,問題日益嚴峻。 (二)多重衝擊分析 在經濟層面,多數植物人家庭面臨收入大幅減少與醫療開銷持續增加的雙重壓力,每月基本照護支出可達數萬元。心理健康方面,照顧者出現憂鬱症狀的比例明顯高於一般民眾。家庭關係上,僅有少部分婚姻能在長期照顧壓力下維持穩定,超過半數家庭會因此產生嚴重衝突。 (三)社會連鎖效應 每年都有因長期照顧導致的家庭悲劇發生,青壯年照顧者被迫退出職場的情況也相當普遍,這些壓力最終往往轉嫁為整體社會的沉重負擔。 創世基金會的專業支持系統 (一)核心服務內容 創世基金會提供全天候的安養機構照護服務,包含專業的醫療護理與日常生活照顧。同時也有巡迴全台的到宅服務團隊,協助居家照護。此外,更提供家屬心理支持與社會福利諮詢等全方位服務。 (二)申請資格與流程 申請資格方面,需確診為植物人狀態且符合相關醫療條件。申請流程包含提出申請、文件審查、專業評估及最終安置等階段,由專業團隊全程協助。 (三)補助方案分級 補助方案依據家庭經濟狀況分級,從全額補助到部分補助皆有,特殊急難個案還能獲得短期全額支援,務求讓不同需求的家庭都能得到適當協助。 (四)創世基金會聯繫方式 創世基金會客服專線: (02)2835-7700 線上申請與資訊平台: www.genesis.org.tw 長照之路需要社會共築 植物人家庭的故事,是台灣長照困境的縮影。創世基金會透過專業服務與分級補助,試圖減輕家庭負擔,但根本解方仍需政府與社會共同建構更完善的長照安全網。當愛情遇上植物人,我們看見人性的光輝,也看見制度亟待彌補的缺口。
[Sunyu Taiwan] With a monthly taxi subsidy of NT$280, Chiayi City is making life easier for the physically and mentally challenged!
Taiwan promotes affirmative action for the physically and mentally challenged! In recent years, Taiwan has continued to show progress in the promotion of affirmative action for the physically and mentally challenged and the facilitation of their lives. For example, the government's Accessible Taxi Subsidy Program has been widely praised in recent years, helping many people with mobility impairments to solve their transportation problems. In 2024, a series of employment support and social participation policies for the physically and mentally challenged will also be introduced! Now, Chiayi City is not lagging behind, and has launched the "114-Year Plan to Promote Self-Reliance and Social Participation of People with Physical and Mental Disabilities", which makes the daily lives of people with physical and mental disabilities more convenient and worry-free by subsidizing cab vouchers. Highlights of the program The program mainly targets Chiayi City residents with moderate or higher physical and mental disabilities, and provides a maximum monthly subsidy of NT$280 in the form of a cab voucher to help them go out to work, go to the doctor, or participate in social activities more easily. Each voucher has a face value of NT$70 and is valid for the same month, but cannot be accumulated for use in the following month. Participating taxi fleets include Metropolis and Taiwan Big Bus, and the service area covers Chiayi City and some locations across counties and cities, allowing users to enjoy flexibility and convenience! How to apply? Four simple steps! 1. Prepare documents: application form, a copy of the certificate of physical and mental disability, a copy of your ID card, and a seal. If the application is made on behalf of a user, the ID card and seal of the person making the application will also be required. 2. Go to the designated location: According to the monthly application time, go to the designated service center in Chiayi City to submit the documents. 3. Eligibility check: The program staff will check the eligibility on-site to ensure that the subsidy criteria are met. 4. Receive your voucher: Once you have passed the verification, you can receive your voucher on-site and start using the program with peace of mind! Why is this program so important? According to statistics, Taiwan's physically and mentally challenged population is increasing year by year, and a high percentage of them are unable to participate in social activities due to transportation barriers. Transportation barriers not only affect employment and education, but also hinder their chances of integrating into society. Chiayi City's program aims to eliminate the transportation limitations of the physically and mentally challenged through practical actions, and to further enhance their independence and quality of life. In addition, this kind of subsidy is not only financial support, but also a kind of psychological affirmation. It allows the physically and mentally challenged to feel the importance of society to them, which in turn gives them more confidence to integrate into society and participate in public affairs. Notes on application and regulations for use 1. Scope of use: Tickets can only be used by the person himself/herself, and cannot be borrowed or sold; violators will be penalized by stopping the subsidy. 2. Applicable taxi fleet: You must take the taxi fleet contracted with the program, including Metropolitan and Taiwan bus fleets, etc. 3. 3. Service hours: Some car companies cannot provide service after 8:00 p.m. We recommend planning your trip in advance. Want to know more? Come and contact us! If you or your family or friends are eligible, don't miss out on this great program! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our sponsoring organization, Wang Lee Social Welfare Foundation, and our project staff, Mr. Ke or Ms. Lee, will be able to answer your questions. Contact: 05-2356175.
[Sunyu Taiwan] How a $100,000 Subsidy Changed the Lives of Protectors of Families in the Middle Kingdom
As a result, households are unable to make necessary repairs due to financial constraints, leading to an increase in the number of potential safety hazards in the home. Many studies have investigated the need for repair and maintenance in remote villages and found that the living environment of many remote villages does not meet safety standards, especially for the elderly and the physically and mentally challenged who live alone and are at greater risk. In this regard, the government and related social welfare organizations are actively promoting the "Defect Repair and Renovation Subsidy Program for Disadvantaged Families in the Mainland and Rural Areas", in the hope that more families can enjoy a safe and comfortable living environment through the use of subsidized resources. Who can apply? A comprehensive analysis of the subsidy recipients The "Remodeling and Repairing Assistance Program for Disadvantaged Families in Rural Areas" is specially designed for families with financial difficulties or special needs: 1. Economically disadvantaged: Low-income households, low-to-moderate-income households, or households with an annual income of less than $600,000 per year. 2. those with special needs: physically or mentally challenged persons or elderly persons aged 65 or above who live alone. 3. residents of remote villages: those who are domiciled in the remote villages declared by the Executive Yuan and are actually living there. The purpose of these eligibility requirements is to ensure that resources are accurately provided to the families most in need. Subsidy Criteria and Programs: Get it all in one place! The subsidy program provides not only financial assistance, but also support for home safety in a variety of ways: 1. grant amount: up to $100,000 per household over a three-year period. 2. Items: Focuses on home safety repairs and assistive living devices, including: - Installation of barrier-free facilities (e.g., indoor handrails, bathroom aids). - Installation of barrier-free facilities (such as indoor handrails and bathroom aids). - Repairing and upgrading of plumbing and electrical wiring. - Other necessary works to enhance residential safety. These subsidies cover all aspects of home safety, and are particularly suitable for families with elderly or physically or mentally challenged members, making the home a true haven. Simple and Transparent Application Process with Professional Assistance Applying for subsidies is no longer a cumbersome process. The program provides one-stop services to make it easy for applicants to complete: 1. Referral for application: Application is made through long-term care service units, schools, hospitals, or social welfare organizations. 2. Eligibility assessment: Professionals and contractors will come to your home to assess your needs and financial situation. 3. Audit and signing: After confirming the subsidized items, the three parties will sign a contract to ensure that the contents of the contract are transparent. 4. Construction and Acceptance: A professional construction team will visit the home to complete the repairs and conduct an acceptance inspection. 5. Case closure: After the repairs are completed, the case is officially closed. This process not only improves efficiency, but also allows each step to be clearly tracked, ensuring the transparency and effectiveness of resource utilization. The Importance of Home Safety According to research, the most common hazards in older homes include slippery floors, deteriorating electrical wiring, and inadequate lighting, which are often the main causes of accidents and injuries. For the elderly and the physically and mentally challenged in particular, the lack of barrier-free facilities may result in limited mobility or even life-threatening injuries. Therefore, making necessary repairs and upgrading facilities not only improves the quality of living, but also significantly reduces the risk of accidents and protects the health and safety of family members. Contact us for more peace of mind! If you or someone close to you qualifies for a subsidy, please contact us immediately and let us help you create a safe and comfortable home environment! - Address: 4F, No. 128-2, Sec. 4, Xinhai Road, Wenshan District, Taipei City 116076, Taiwan. - Unit: Barrier Free Housing Development Center - Tel:(02)8935-2700 #124 Don't hesitate to take action now, let's work together to create a better future for the disadvantaged families in the remote villages! In addition, if you want to know more about the "Love Maintenance Program", please feel free to contact us. We hope that through the "Repair and Repair Grant Program for Disadvantaged Families in the Rural Areas" and the "Love Maintenance Program" promoted by the Sunyu Charitable Foundation, more people will learn about these important social resources and further promote the participation and concern of the general public in our efforts to improve the safety of housing in Taiwan. If you have any questions or suggestions about these programs, please feel free to contact us, and we look forward to working with you to create a better future for disadvantaged families in remote villages.
[Sunyu Taiwan] Auxiliary Aid: The Key to Enhancing the Quality of Life for the Physically and Mentally Disabled
身心障礙者已破百萬 根據衛生福利部統計處的最新資料,截至2023年,台灣領有身心障礙證明(手冊)的人數已超過120萬人。這個數字不僅反映了台灣社會中有相當比例的人口需要特別關注,也凸顯了提供適當支援的迫切性。 身心障礙者在日常生活中面臨諸多挑戰,包括行動不便、溝通障礙、以及參與社會活動的困難等。這些問題不僅影響他們的生活品質,也可能導致心理壓力和社會孤立。例如,行動不便可能使他們難以外出購物或就醫;溝通障礙則可能影響他們與他人的互動和工作機會。這些困境不僅對身心障礙者個人造成影響,也為其家庭帶來額外的負擔。 從車站事件看輔具爭議 最近,一則發生在嘉義的新聞引發了社會對身心障礙者權益的廣泛討論。事件中,一名男子在台鐵站內騎乘腳踏車被勸阻後,竟毆打站務員。隨後,有人在網上錯誤地聲稱腳踏車等同於助行器,引發了更多爭議。 這起事件突顯了幾個重要問題:首先,公眾對身心障礙輔具的認知仍有不足;其次,輔具使用的規範和權利需要更清晰的界定;最後,我們社會還需要加強對身心障礙者需求的理解和包容。 這個案例也凸顯了正確使用輔具的重要性。輔具不僅是幫助身心障礙者克服生理限制的工具,更是保障他們權益、促進社會融合的重要媒介。因此,提供適當的輔具和相關支援,對於提升身心障礙者的生活品質和社會參與度至關重要。 身心障礙者輔具費用補助計畫 為了協助身心障礙者獲得所需的輔具,台灣政府推出了「身心障礙者輔具費用補助」計畫。這項計畫的主要目的是減輕身心障礙者及其家庭的經濟負擔,同時確保他們能獲得適當的輔具支援。 一、申請資格: 1、依身心障礙者輔具費用補助辦法領有身心障礙證明,最近一年居住國內超過一百八十三日,且符合附表規定者。 2、經評估人員評估,及直轄市、縣(市)主管機關認有使用輔具之必要,且符合下列情形之一者,其障別及程度不受附表規定之限制: 2.1、中央主管機關認定之罕見疾病。 2.2、經醫師診斷為染色體異常、具先天代謝異常,或其他先天缺陷疾病。 二、申請方式 申請輔具費用補助,應填具申請表,並檢附下列文件、資料,向戶籍所在地直轄市、縣(市)主管機關提出: 1、國民身分證正本,驗畢後發還。 2、依表所定各補助項目三個月內有效之診斷證明書或輔具評估報告書。 3、其他必要證明文件、資料。 三、補助內容 輔具費用補助主要為10大類,分別為個人行動輔具、溝通及資訊輔具、身體生理及生化試驗設備及材料、身體肌力及平衡訓練輔具…等,每個輔具的補助金額不同,也會依是否為低收入而有差異。 1、個人行動輔具。 2、溝通及資訊輔具。 3、身體、生理與生化試驗設備及材料。 4、身體、肌力及平衡訓練輔具。 5、預防壓瘡輔具。 6、住家家具及改裝組件。 7、個人照顧及保護輔具。 8、居家生活相關輔具。 9、矯具及義具。 10、其他輔具。 詳細可至衛生福利部社會及家庭署進行查詢: 身心障礙者輔具費用補助基準表 https://reurl.cc/g6jRyV 四、輔具之費用補助,其比率如下: 1、低收入戶:最高補助金額之全額。 2、中低收入戶:最高補助金額之百分之七十五。 3、前二款以外之一般戶:最高補助金額之百分之五十。 經中央主管機關認定之特定輔具補助項目,得不受上述第2款、第3款補助比率之限制。補助金額視輔具類型和申請人的經濟狀況而定。一般而言,政府會提供一定比例的補助,但仍可能需要申請人負擔部分費用。低收入戶可能享有更高的補助比例。 五、補助流程 1、評估資格:由醫院/輔具中心開立診斷書、輔具專業評估書。 2、提出申請:向戶籍地公所或輔具資源中心,提出輔具費用補助申請。 3、審核過程:。直轄市、縣(市)主管機關將在三天內完成審核,並寄發核定結果通知書給申請人。 4、購買輔具:申請人在收到核定結果通知書後,可以自行購買所需輔具或至簽約廠商處購買。 5、辦理請款:購買後,持核定結果通知書和收據(發票)等應備文件,回到戶籍地區的公所辦理請款,或由簽約廠商協助處理核銷手續。 6、補助款項撥付:。直轄市、縣(市)主管機關審核無誤後,將補助款項撥付給申請人。 邁向更包容的社會 「身心障礙者輔具費用補助」計畫不僅是一項社會福利政策,更是推動社會平等和包容的重要舉措。通過提供適當的輔具支援,我們能夠幫助身心障礙者更好地融入社會,提升他們的生活品質和獨立性。 然而,僅有硬體支援是不夠的。我們還需要持續提升社會大眾對身心障礙議題的認知和理解。通過教育和宣導,我們可以創造一個更友善、更包容的社會環境,讓每個人,無論是否有障礙,都能夠充分發揮潛能,享有平等的機會和尊嚴。讓我們共同努力,為建立一個真正平等、包容的社會貢獻自己的力量。 資料來源: Yahoo新聞 https://reurl.cc/34bRjV 全國法規資料庫 https://law.moj.gov.tw/LawClass/LawAll.aspx?media=print&pcode=D0050060
[Sunyu Taiwan] A New Dawn for Elderly Families with Physically and Mentally Handicapped People in Taiwan
雙重挑戰:老化身心障礙者與高齡照顧者的困境 那些我們聽過的自閉兒、腦麻兒、唐氏兒…也都老了,身體機能的快速老化,加上醫療帶來的高齡,台灣愈來愈多「老父母照顧將老身心障礙者」的雙老家庭,他們該何去何從? 雙老家庭是家庭中有年長的照顧者和年長的心智障礙者同住,這樣的家庭面臨著獨特的生理、經濟和社會挑戰。隨著照顧者年紀增長,他們自身的照護需求也隨之增加,這加劇了心智障礙者的照顧難題。在台灣,這類家庭的比例逐年上升,不僅帶來了經濟負擔,也導致了心理壓力和社會隔離。照顧者的極度壓力有時甚至導致悲劇,如照顧殺人事件的發生。 雙老家庭的增長 台灣目前的雙老家庭情況反映了人口老化和身心障礙者照顧的雙重壓力。預計到2030年,台灣將有高達125萬戶獨老或雙老家庭;約20%的身障家庭目前面臨雙老問題,這一比例在未來10年內有增加的趨勢;目前有42%的35歲以上智障者與60歲以上的家庭照顧者共同生活。這些數據突顯了台灣社會對於雙老家庭提供適切支援和服務的迫切需求。 針對台灣日益嚴重的雙老家庭問題,社會上需採取多元策略來降低和預防悲劇發生。這包括提供全面性的長照服務、加強社區支援和資源連結,並提高公眾對於這一問題的認識和理解。此外,政府和非政府組織需合作開發針對性的援助計劃,如設立專線、緊急援助和心理諮詢服務。 身心障礙者雙老家庭服務:光明的道路 「身心障礙者雙老家庭服務計劃」旨在提供這些家庭必要的支援和資源。此服務計劃的主要目標是降低照顧者的負擔,提高心智障礙者的生活品質,以應對雙老家庭所面臨的特殊挑戰。 一、服務目的和對象: 這項服務專為居住在社區中的年齡35歲以上的身心障礙者和他們60歲以上的主要照顧者而設計。特別優先考慮智能障礙、自閉症、精神障礙、腦性麻痺等長期障礙歷程的個案。 二、服務內容: 1、社工到宅照顧需求評估:由專業社工人員到宅訪視,瞭解家庭對身心障礙者的照顧需求,並提供家庭所需要的照顧資訊。 2、減輕家庭的照顧壓力:瞭解家庭的照顧現況,依據家庭的照顧需求連結相關的照顧資源,減輕年邁照顧者的照顧負擔。 3、討論身心障礙者未來生活規劃:協助照顧者及身心障礙者開始安排規劃身心障礙者未來的生活照顧或支持,讓照顧者不再對身心障礙者的未來充滿擔心。 三、服務申請流程 1、聯絡方式:家庭可透過相關社會福利機構或當地政府社會處申請此服務。 2、個案評估:會有專業人員對家庭的具體需求進行評估,以確保提供最合適的支持。 3、服務規劃:根據評估結果,制定個別化的服務計劃。 每一個照顧悲歌的背後,都有道不盡的辛酸及壓力,台灣面臨著日益嚴重的雙老家庭問題,但透過實施有效的身心障礙者雙老家庭服務計劃,我們可以為這些家庭提供必要的支援和資源。這不僅有助於減輕照顧者的負擔,也為心智障礙者提供更好的生活品質。社會應共同努力,攜手面對這一挑戰,為所有家庭創造一個更加包容和支持的環境。 資料來源: Yahoo新聞 https://reurl.cc/13qA0W 康健 https://www.commonhealth.com.tw/article/83071

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