Social assistance grant for the eldery (sage) and their well-being. A case study of Rubanda District, Uganda.

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dc.contributor.authorMusiimenta, Dan
dc.date.accessioned2026-02-12T14:04:14Z
dc.date.available2026-02-12T14:04:14Z
dc.date.issued2025
dc.description.abstractThe study investigated the effectiveness of the Social Assistance Grant for the Elderly (SAGE) and its impact on well-being in Rubanda District, Uganda. Using a case study design, 50 respondents were purposively selected from a population of 16 key informants to provide in-depth qualitative insights into the SAGE program’s effectiveness. The key objectives were to assess the financial stability of older adults, explore the impact on their overall well-being, and examine how elderly beneficiaries utilize the financial support, particularly its effect on housing conditions. The findings reveal that SAGE positively impacts beneficiaries’ financial situation and well-being, with 60% strongly agreeing and 40% agreeing that it significantly improves financial stability. The grant has enhanced the ability of beneficiaries to meet basic needs like food and healthcare, contributing to greater happiness and life satisfaction. However, the study also identifies challenges, particularly in housing stability, with mixed responses regarding the program's effect on reducing homelessness. Notably, the demographic distribution shows a predominance of younger elderly individuals and a significant gender imbalance, with more women benefiting than men, who tend to die early. Recommendations include expanding the program to more districts and inquiring into the gender disparity, especially why men seem to die earlier. Recommendations include increasing the grant amount, improving housing support, addressing gender imbalances, enhancing program reach, and implementing regular monitoring and evaluation. The study concludes that while SAGE significantly improves the financial and overall well-being of elderly beneficiaries, further program enhancements are required to address their diverse needs comprehensively
dc.identifier.citationMusiimenta, D. (2025). Social assistance grant for the elderly (SAGE) and their well-being: A case study of Rubanda District, Uganda [Unpublished undergraduate research report]. Kabale University.
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12493/3062
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherKabale University
dc.rightsAttribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 United Statesen
dc.rights.urihttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0/us/
dc.subject: Social Assistance Grant for the Elderly (SAGE)
dc.subjectelderly well-being
dc.subjectsocial protection
dc.subjectolder persons
dc.subjectpoverty reduction
dc.subjectcash transfer programs
dc.subjectsocial welfare
dc.subjectRubanda District
dc.subjectUganda
dc.titleSocial assistance grant for the eldery (sage) and their well-being. A case study of Rubanda District, Uganda.
dc.typeThesis

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