Support @ North East
This page details the various assistance schemes provided by North East CDC.
Last updated 16 April 2026
Financial & Social Assistance
Table: Available Support Schemes for North East Residents
Assistance Name | Description |
|---|---|
Dedicated North East Ambulance Service | The Dedicated North East Ambulance Service provides subsidised ambulance services to low-income residents with chronic health problems and are immobile. Click here for more details. |
North East Cancer Warrior Support Scheme (Breast Cancer) | The North East Cancer Warrior Support Scheme aims to provide assurance, financial assistance and support to women diagnosed with breast cancer. Click here for more details. |
North East Cancer Warrior Support Scheme (Colorectal Cancer) | The North East Cancer Warrior Support Scheme aims to provide assurance, financial assistance and support to residents diagnosed with colorectal cancer. Click here for more details. |
North East Growth Fund | The North East Growth Fund alleviates the costs of milk and diapers for children from low-income families. Click here for more details. |
STARS @ North East | The School Transport Assistance and Relief Scheme Subsidy subsidises transport costs for Primary, Secondary School and Tertiary Institution students. Click here for more details. |
WeCare @ North East | The WeCare @ North East Fund helps needy families who require interim financial support, but do not meet the national gross household income criteria. The scheme provides assistance in the form of once-off or up to three months of cash assistance. Click here for more details. |
Employment Assistance
Table: Available Employment Support for North East Residents
Assistance Name | Description |
|---|---|
Jobs Nearby @ CDC | Five Job Clinics are set up in collaboration with the Grassroots Organisations to provide employment assistance for residents in the North East District. Job Ambassadors are on hand to provide job matching and career coaching. Click here for more details. |
SkillsFuture Advice @ CDC Workshops | As part of the SkillsFuture initiative, various workshops are conducted throughout the year to raise awareness on the need for career and skills planning. Click here for more details. |