The “Government Service Home” scheme, launched by the Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department of the Government of Tamil Nadu, provides institutional care and support for widows, destitute women, deserted women, adolescent girls, and differently abled women and their children who are economically and socially backward. The scheme aims to offer protection, education, and vocational training to help these vulnerable groups reintegrate into society.
Benefits
- Accommodation: Safe and secure living facilities.
- Food: Regular food supply.
- Education: Provision of education along with free supply of textbooks, notebooks, uniforms, chappals, and sanitary napkins.
- Vocational Training: Skill development programs to improve employability.
Eligibility
- Gender: The applicant must be female.
- Income: The applicant’s annual income should not exceed ₹72,000/- (this criterion is not applicable for differently abled women).
- Age: The applicant must be between 14 to 45 years.
- Category: The applicant should fall under one of the following categories:
- Widow.
- Destitute Woman.
- Deserted Woman.
- Adolescent Girl.
- Differently Abled Woman.
- Woman from Socially and Economically Backward Sections.
Note: Women are allowed to stay with their male child up to 5th standard and with their girl child up to 12th standard in the Service Home.
Application Process
Online Application via CSCs
- Document Collection:
Gather copies of all necessary documents (self-attested if required). - Biometric Verification:
Visit the nearest Common Service Center (CSC) and complete the biometric verification process. - Form Submission:
Fill in all mandatory fields in the application form and upload the required documents. - Receipt:
Obtain a receipt or acknowledgement from the CSC, ensuring that it includes the date and time of submission and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Offline Process
- Applicants may also apply offline by visiting designated centers and following the prescribed procedure similar to the online process.
Documents Required
- Age Certificate: Proof of age.
- Certificate of Status: Widow, Destitute, Deserted, or Orphan Certificate.
- Income Certificate: Income details of the applicant or parent/guardian.
- Disability Certificate: (If applicable, for differently abled applicants).
- Death Certificate of the Husband: (In the case of widows).
- Educational Certificate: Certificate showing the last class studied (if available).
Frequently Asked Questions
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What kind of assistance does the scheme provide?
The scheme provides accommodation, food, education, vocational training, and free supplies such as textbooks, notebooks, uniforms, chappals, and sanitary napkins. -
What are the income limits for eligibility?
The applicant’s annual income must not exceed ₹72,000/- (except for differently abled women). -
How long can women and their children stay in the Service Home?
Women can stay with their male child up to the 5th standard and with their girl child up to the 12th standard. -
How is eligibility determined for differently abled individuals?
Eligibility is based on certification of disability by the relevant authorities as per the scheme guidelines. -
Who should be contacted for more information about the scheme?
For further information, applicants should contact the designated officials at the Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department of Tamil Nadu. -
How are grievances addressed at the district level?
Grievances are managed through district-level grievance redressal mechanisms as specified by the scheme guidelines. -
Is there a specific location where the Service Homes are established?
Yes, Service Homes are established at various locations across Tamil Nadu; detailed location information is available in the scheme’s Citizen’s Charter. -
What educational support is provided to children of eligible women under the scheme?
Children receive free textbooks, notebooks, uniforms, chappals, and sanitary napkins to support their education. -
What recourse do applicants have if they encounter difficulties or have questions during the offline application process?
Applicants are advised to contact the respective Common Service Centers (CSCs) or the Social Welfare Department for assistance. -
Are there any fees associated with applying for the scheme online via CSC?
No, there are no fees for applying through the CSC. -
What are the different types of application forms for offline applications?
The offline process includes separate forms for initial registration and welfare pension applications, which can be obtained from the Service Home or the designated government office. -
What should applicants do after completing the biometric verification process?
After biometric verification, applicants should complete the application form by uploading all mandatory documents and ensure they obtain a receipt or acknowledgement as proof of submission.