Family & Child Welfare
Supporting Families & Children
Comprehensive support programmes designed to strengthen families and ensure the wellbeing of children throughout Trinidad and Tobago.
Strengthening Families
Our family and child welfare services provide essential support to help families meet their basic needs and create stable, nurturing environments for children to thrive.
Financial assistance for families in need
Child support and maintenance services
School nutrition programmes
Family counselling and support services
Available Programmes
Most Popular
Public Assistance Grant
Monthly financial support for families in need
Monthly Amount:$1,200 - $2,500 TTD
Eligibility:Income-based
Processing:2-4 weeks
Child Support Grant
Financial assistance for children under 18
Monthly Amount:$350 per child
Age Limit:Under 18
Maximum:4 children
School Nutrition Programme
Meals and nutrition support for school children
Coverage:Free meals
Eligibility:School enrollment
Duration:School year
Eligibility Requirements
✓ You May Qualify If:
- You are a citizen or permanent resident of Trinidad and Tobago
- You have children under 18 years of age
- Your household income falls below the specified threshold
- You can demonstrate financial need
Required Documents
- National ID Card
- Birth certificates for all children
- Proof of residence (utility bill)
- Income verification documents
- Bank account information
Our Impact
85,000+
Families Supported
150,000+
Children Benefiting
$1.2B
Annual Support (TTD)
Ready to Get Started?
Sign in to your Social TT account to apply for family and child welfare services or check your application status.
Need help? Call our Family Support Hotline: (868) 623-2608