Supplement for a disabled child on a respirator


The parent of a child receiving a disabled child benefit at a rate of 100% at least, may be entitled to a supplement if his or her child is on a respirator. Those who do not receive a disabled child benefit since the child is in an institution will not be entitled to this supplement.

Who is considered a child on a respirator?

  1. A child continuously requiring a breathing device, as replacement of the action of breathing.
  2. A child breathing through a tracheostomy tube without inner removable cannula, and meeting all following requirements:
    • He requires artificial ventilation at least 16 hours per day.
    • He requires continuous presence, by his side, of a respirator device and a skilled caregiver able to connect him to it at all time.
    • He requires full use of respirator, 24 hours per day, during illness.

It is important to note that the definition of "on respirator" does not include those connected to an oxygen generator, e.g. Bipap, C-pap and the like, or to a device designed to assist natural breathing.

Documents to be submitted

  • Letter from treating physician including indication for a respirator, details about the type of device and starting date of continuous use of respirator.

Attaching above document to the claim will enable us to determine the allowance eligibility without summoning the child to appear before the Medical Board.

Should eligibility be established upon the documents, your right to require, within 45 days, an examination by the Medical Board in presence of the child is reserved.

Supplement rate

The child that meets the definition of "on respirator", is entitled to a supplement amounting to NIS 9,813 , in addition to the disabled child allowance.
The benefit is paid retroactively for up to one year prior to the date of claim submission.

For further information on benefit payment, click here.

Important

  • You are entitled to receive, free of charge, advice and preparation for appointments at the Medical Board provided by "Helping Hand" centers.
  • If you were summoned to appear with your child before a Medical Board and your child does not require assistance for everyday functions – you may request these activities to be excluded from examination.
  • Prior to the Medical Board, it is recommended to prepare a list of your child's medical problems, and to indicate, during the Board, how these medical problems affect the functioning of the child and his parents.
  • Receiving a disabled child allowance entitles to benefits from other institutions and organizations.

Benefit rates as of Jan 01, 2024

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