Emergency Alarm System (EAS) / Grant for Emergency Alarm System (EAS Grant) Elderly persons living either alone or in household with all members aged 60 or above in public rental flats may apply to the Social Welfare Department for a special grant for installation of the EAS if they are Comprehensive Social Security Assistance (CSSA) recipients. For those who are not receiving CSSA, they may apply to the Housing Department for an EAS Grant if they satisfy the necessary requirements.