Formerly known as the Low-income Working Family Allowance (LIFA) Scheme, the “Working Family Allowance” (WFA) Scheme aims at encouraging self-reliance and easing inter-generational poverty. WFA comprises Basic Allowance, Medium Allowance or Higher Allowance. Each eligible child may also be granted a Child Allowance. Depending on the household income, the allowances may be granted at full rate, 3/4 rate or half rate. Comprehensive Social Security Assistance (CSSA) cannot be received concurrently with WFA in the same month. Application for WFA is made on a household basis (1-person households may also apply) and is is subject to income and asset tests.