In the scheme, “Family Counselling” is included in “Grant-in-Aid to the Pondicherry State Social Welfare Board”, started by the Government of Puducherry under the Department of Social Welfare. Counseling, rehabilitation, and referral services are provided under the scheme for a number of persons from Puducherry who bear less than proud relationships-or had adversity-due to the systemic evils. The counselling aims to assist the needy succeed over their mental, social, educational, and economic problems in life.
Benefits:
- Counseling Services: Offered to individuals dealing with social problems.
- Rehabilitative and Referral Services: Addressing the specific needs of the individuals.
- Psychological, Social, Educational, and Economic Support: Assisting individuals facing such challenges in life.
Eligibility:
- The applicant must be a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry.
Application Process
Offline
- Step 1: Visit the Secretary, State Social Welfare Board, located at 17, Deivasigamani Nagar, Sanjay Gandhi Nagar, Ilango Nagar, Puducherry, 605013. Request the hard copy of the prescribed application form from the staff.
- Step 2: Fill in all the mandatory fields in the application form. Paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across if needed), and attach copies of all required documents (self-attested if needed).
- Step 3: Submit the completed and signed application form along with the documents to the Secretary, State Social Welfare Board.
- Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority. Ensure that the receipt contains the date, time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Documents Required:
- Aadhaar Card
- Residence-cum-Nativity Certificate, issued by the competent authority
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Are the counseling services limited to specific social issues?
No, the counseling services are aimed at addressing a wide range of psychological, social, educational, and economic issues. - Where can one find the State Social Welfare Board’s office for inquiries?
The office is located at 17, Deivasigamani Nagar, Sanjay Gandhi Nagar, Ilango Nagar, Puducherry, 605013. - What issues are addressed as part of the counseling services?
The scheme addresses psychological, social, and economic issues that individuals face in their daily lives. - What services are offered to individuals facing social problems under this scheme?
The services include counseling, rehabilitative services, and referral services for individuals facing social challenges. - Who oversees the “Family Counseling” sub-scheme in Puducherry?
The scheme is overseen by the State Social Welfare Board. - How can individuals address grievances related to the scheme?
Grievances can be addressed by contacting the State Social Welfare Board directly or using the Grievance Redressal system. - Is there compensation for plan benefit delays?
No delay compensation is stated in the plan. - Does this program accept candidates from adjacent states/UTs?
This program solely benefits Puducherry residents. - Are there any application deadlines for this program?
No deadline has been set, however candidates should apply as soon as feasible.
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