Dimitris Lamprianidis criticizes the current state of disability support in Cyprus

Dimitris Lamprianidis, president of the Cyprus Paraplegic Organization, has stated that government support for disabled individuals remains insufficient for independent living. He notes that the maximum monthly allowance of 1,100 euros fails to cover actual needs, which range from 2,400 to 4,500 euros depending on the required level of care. A significant policy criticism involves the calculation of family income, where the wages of children up to age 28 are counted as parental income, leading to the disqualification of applicants. Lamprianidis argues that this regulation forces disabled individuals into dependency on their families. He warned that this financial dependency creates social risks, including potential exploitation or abuse of persons with disabilities. The organization contends that current measures do not align with the stated goal of promoting independent living for disabled citizens.