Family Assistance Scheme (1980 - )

From

1980

Categories

Government-run

Location

Tasmania

The Family Assistance Scheme assisted families undergoing a financial crisis that was serious enough to put the children at risk. Under the scheme, families received grants or loans to meet commitments such as the payment of bonds, arrears in rent, and power bills. It was one of a range of measures used by the Department of Social Welfare, and its successor the Department for Community Welfare, to support families and so keep the children out of care.

Timeline

1976 - 1980

Preventive Payment Scheme

1980 -

Family Assistance Scheme