What do you think about enhancing the CareShield Life Scheme with other insurance?

CareShield Life is a new government-run disability insurance scheme that seeks to offer basic financial protection against severe disability. Compared to its predecessor, it has an increased payout of $600 per month, in the event that you become severely disabled. This will increase every year to keep up with inflation.

Depending on your financial situation, the $600 payout may or may not be sufficient. However, it seems to be a small amount to pay for all your living expenses, mobility equipment, and home-based care. For those with dependents, it will almost certainly be insufficient to cushion against your loss of income.

There are currently 3 insurers providing CareShield Life Supplements. These are disability insurance plans that complement and augment the basic CareShield Life plan. This is aimed to enhance your coverage through higher monthly payouts.

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Hi there. The main reasons why you should upgrade are well covered by the other advisers here. When you are young, your upgrade will be most value for money, as you will get the highest payout amount. Moreover, it is highly unlikely you will exhaust your Medisave monies as you get 4% interest yearly, assuming you have upgraded your Medishield and all medical bills are foot by your insurer.

Bear in mind though, that Careshield upgrade can only be done via Aviva, NTUC or Great Eastern.

You can reach me here to find out more. I cover 9 companies including Aviva, NTUC, Manulife etc.