Swadhar Greh Scheme: Support for Women in Distress with Shelter, Aid, and Rehabilitation

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Swadhar Greh Scheme, implemented by the Ministry of Women and Child Development, provides institutional support for women in distress to help them lead a life of dignity. This scheme is designed to cater to women who face challenging circumstances, such as domestic violence, abandonment, or natural disasters, and require temporary shelter, food, medical care, and rehabilitation services.

Beneficiaries

The scheme benefits women aged 18 years and above who fall into the following categories:

  1. Deserted Women: Without social and economic support.
  2. Survivors of Natural Disasters: Rendered homeless and without support.
  3. Women Prisoners: Released from jail and without family/social support.
  4. Victims of Domestic Violence: Women facing family tension, discord, or litigation due to marital disputes.
  5. Trafficked Women/Girls: Rescued from exploitation or abuse.
  6. Women Affected by HIV/AIDS: Without social or economic support.

Children accompanying eligible women are also allowed:

  • Girls: Up to 18 years.
  • Boys: Up to 8 years (older boys are shifted to Children Homes under the JJ Act/ICPS).

Objectives

The Swadhar Greh Scheme aims to:

  1. Provide shelter, food, clothing, and medical care for women in distress.
  2. Offer legal aid and vocational training to enable economic rehabilitation.
  3. Support women emotionally and socially for reintegration into society.
  4. Provide a safe and supportive environment for women to rebuild their lives.

Key Features

Stay Duration

  • Victims of domestic violence: Up to 1 year.
  • Other categories: Up to 3 years.
  • Older women (55+ years): Up to 5 years, after which they are transferred to Old Age Homes.

Facilities Offered

  1. Temporary residential accommodation (shelter).
  2. Legal Services: Assistance for litigation or disputes.
  3. Vocational Training: Skill-building for economic independence.
  4. Medical Facilities: Healthcare support.
  5. Counseling Services: Emotional and psychological support.
  6. Awareness Programs: Behavioral and rights awareness.

Application Process

Offline Process

  1. Accessing the Services:
    • Women can directly visit a Swadhar Greh or reach out via:
      • Friends, relatives, NGOs, or volunteers.
      • Women Helpline integrated with emergency services.
  2. Verification and Enrollment:
    • Upon reaching a Swadhar Greh, the staff will verify the eligibility and assist in the enrollment process.
  3. Directory of Centers:
    • Contact local authorities or visit the official helpline directory to locate a Swadhar Greh nearby.

Eligibility Criteria

  1. Women in the specified categories above.
  2. Children of eligible women within the age limits.

Exclusions

  1. Women who do not meet the eligibility criteria.
  2. Boys above 8 years old (shifted to Children Homes).

Documents Required

The required documents will be notified at the help center and may include:

  1. Identity proof (Aadhaar card, voter ID, etc.).
  2. Medical certificates (if applicable).
  3. Supporting documents for legal or marital disputes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  1. What legal assistance is provided?
    • Assistance includes filing cases, legal counseling, and representation in disputes or litigation.
  2. What is vocational training under this scheme?
    • Training includes skill-building programs to improve employability, such as tailoring, computer literacy, or handicrafts.
  3. What medical services are offered?
    • Basic health check-ups, treatments, and referrals to hospitals for serious illnesses.
  4. What does counseling cover?
    • Emotional support, coping strategies, and guidance for rehabilitation.
  5. How can women find Swadhar Greh centers?
    • Visit the Ministry’s helpline directory or contact local Women and Child Development offices.

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