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ComCare – Helping the Needy

ComCare LogoThe ComCare Fund is a commitment from the Government to do more for needy Singaporeans, to ensure that no one will be left behind.

    Introduction/Background on ComCare

    What is ComCare? What are the aims and principles? Where do the funds come from? How is the ComCare Fund managed?

    ComCare Programmes/Schemes

    There are different nationwide ComCare programmes/schemes to help different groups of people requiring assistance, depending on their needs and eligibility.

    ComCare Snapshots

    MCYS engages its ComCare partners through a regular series of one-page snapshots with pertinent information related to ComCare.

    Selected Press Releases & Official Speeches

    Selected press releases and official speeches on ComCare launches and initiatives.

    Getting assistance under ComCare

    If you need help, all you need to do is to approach your Community Development Council (CDC), your Citizens’ Consultative Committee (CCC) or a Family Service Centre (FSC) near you. You can also call the ComCare hotline 1800 222 0000.

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Related Assistance Schemes
  • ComCare Child Care Subsidy»
    If you need to place your child in a child care centre but have difficulties paying the fees, you may apply for help under CFAC.

  • Public Assistance (PA) Scheme»
    The Public Assistance (PA) scheme is a long-term assistance scheme targeted at the most needy in Singapore. If you are not work-capable due to old-age, illness or disability, have limited financial means to sustain basic living, and have no or very little family support, you may seek help under the PA scheme.

  • ComCare Short-Term Assistance»
    If your household needs assistance to tide over a difficult period, and you and your household members are prepared to do your best to help yourselves, participate in the Work Support Programme.

  • Home Ownership Plus Education (HOPE) Scheme»
    Provides comprehensive benefits to young, low-income families who choose to keep their family small so they can invest in their children's future and break out of the poverty cycle.

  • CCC ComCare Fund»
    The fund, administered by Citizens' Consultative Committees (CCCs), provides urgent and temporary assistance in the form of cash, vouchers or food rations.

  • ComCare Medium-Term Assistance»
    If your household members are temporarily unable to work and need assistance for the medium term, you may be eligible to participate in the ComCare Transitions scheme.

  • Medical Fee Exemption Card»
    Provides free medical and hospitalisation treatment at government/restructured hospitals and polyclinics for needy residents of sheltered and disability homes.

  • ComCare Enterprise Fund (CEF)»
    The ComCare Enterprise Fund (CEF) supports new and existing social enterprises in training and/or hiring those who might need help in becoming self-reliant.

  • CEF-Young Start-Up Programme»
    The CEF-Young Start-Up Programme provides funding support to youths in developing and implementing their social enterprise start-ups within the social services sector.

  • CEF-Schools Programme»
    The CEF-Schools Programme supports schools and Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs) in the implementation of programmes targeted at educating youths about social entrepreneurship.



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DATE PUBLISHED: Wednesday, May 05, 2010
LAST REVIEWED: Monday, June 20, 2011
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