help for low-income/needy

​The Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) provided $127 million in ComCare cash assistance to about 37,400 households or 75,200 individuals, in FY2018.

​Whilst the Ministry of Social and Family Development does not track the number of Singapore Residents specifically experiencing food insecurity, we support low-income households in a number of ways, including with their food-related needs. 

​Under Special Approval, eligible applicants who are not working or who are non-parent caregivers may receive the higher subsidy support that working mothers receive.

​In assessing ComCare applications for financial assistance, we examine applicants’ income, owned assets (including personal savings), and expenditure. Where applicants need assistance for their basic living needs, such assistance may take the form of cash assistance, assistance with their household bills, and referrals to other agencies for services such as family services and employment assistance.

​Minister answers questions by Mr Desmond Choo, MP for Tampines GRC on trend of new ComCare recipients

​Minister answers questions by Assoc Prof Walter Theseira, Nominated Member of Parliament about whether the Ministry will publish the research, evidence or statistics supporting how the income criteria and benefits are determined for the major public assistance schemes. 

​Opening address by Minister Desmond Lee at the SG Cares Community Network Session at Pasir Ris and Punggol

​SPS Faishal Ibrahim delivers Closing Remarks At The Oral Presentation To The 81^st Session Of The Committee On The Rights Of The Child

​SPS Faishal Ibrahim delivers Opening Statement at the Oral Presentation to the 81^st Session of the Committee On The Rights Of The Child

​Minister answers questions by Ms Anthea Ong, Nominated Member of Parliament, on number of displaced persons in shelters.