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Nantou candidate proposes 80,000 NTD denture subsidy for seniors, President Lai shows support

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

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  • Presidential candidate Wen Shih-cheng proposes a 5-year, 80,000 NTD subsidy for elderly dentures in Nantou County.
  • The proposed subsidy aims to cover single denture replacements, unlike the current 40,000 NTD full-denture subsidy.
  • President Lai Ching-te publicly supported Wen Shih-cheng's denture subsidy proposal during a campaign event.

Nantou County mayoral candidate Wen Shih-cheng has proposed a significant welfare policy: a five-year, 80,000 New Taiwan dollar subsidy for elderly dentures. This initiative, publicly endorsed by President Lai Ching-te, aims to address a gap in current support systems.

Wen Shih-cheng's elderly denture subsidy is 80,000 NTD per person!

— Lai Ching-teHighlighting the proposed subsidy amount during a campaign event.

Wen Shih-cheng explained that the existing Nantou County government subsidy offers up to 40,000 NTD for full dentures. However, he noted that most elderly individuals require subsidies for single or a few teeth rather than a complete set. This limitation makes the current subsidy inaccessible for many, forcing them to wait until multiple teeth are damaged before applying for full-denture assistance.

The current Nantou County government subsidy for the elderly provides a maximum of 40,000 NTD for full dentures for individuals aged 65 and above. For most elders, this subsidy amount is visible but not applicable.

— Wen Shih-chengExplaining the limitations of the current denture subsidy.

As a dentist himself, Wen Shih-cheng understands the importance of timely dental care. He argues that delaying treatment can negatively impact overall health. His proposal allows for the 80,000 NTD to be used for single denture replacements and subsequent repairs within the five-year period, ensuring that seniors can receive necessary dental care as needed.

Now, elders' dental care is quite good, and most only need one or two teeth replaced with single dentures. In the past, many elders could not meet the subsidy requirements.

— Wen Shih-chengDescribing the common needs of elderly individuals regarding dentures.

President Lai Ching-te highlighted Wen Shih-cheng's denture subsidy plan during campaign rallies in Nantou City and Puli Town, emphasizing its superiority to current provisions. The proposal is designed to be practical and accessible, allowing seniors to "see and also receive" the subsidy, ensuring they benefit from improved dental health and quality of life.

Therefore, I proposed the denture subsidy of 80,000 NTD, which can be applied for even a single denture, allowing elders to see and apply for the subsidy.

— Wen Shih-chengIntroducing his proposed policy.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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