The Ministry of the People, Social Development and Family Services, through its National Social Development Programme (NSDP), was called into action over the holiday weekend to assist residents of the Penal/Debe area, who were affected by adverse weather conditions on Friday June 20, 2025, leading to damage to property.
Strong winds caused varying degrees of damage to several homes, including roof damage, dislodged galvanize sheets, and destruction of household items and fixtures. NSDP officers conducted preliminary assessments and reached out directly to affected families to evaluate the extent of the damage.
After preliminary assessments, the NSDP officers recommended the following, as necessary:
· Household Items Grant (disaster).
· Minor House Repairs Assistance Grant (disaster).
· Follow up with clients at the Siparia Social Services Centre.
In two instances, where the Ministry offered assistance, home owners indicated that repair works were already undertaken.
The Ministry remains committed to empowering vulnerable families and addressing social challenges through targeted