When women stand strong, families stand stronger. The Single Mothers Welfare Camp organized in Needamangalam, Thanjavur, was a beautiful reminder of how compassion and timely support can restore confidence and dignity to women who shoulder life’s toughest responsibilities alone.
This joint initiative by Thanjavur Diocese Padhai Vazhikaati Thagaval Maiyam, Thanjavur Diocese Pengal Pani Kulu, and Mother Teresa Foundation aimed to break the barriers that single mothers often face while accessing essential government services, welfare schemes, and healthcare support.
A total of 156 women benefited—each one returning home with clarity, hope, and the assurance that they are not alone.
A Mission Rooted in Care: Why the Single Mothers Welfare Camp Matters
The Single Mothers Welfare Camp was created to make important government services reachable, understandable, and accessible-something many women struggle with due to lack of guidance, awareness, or digital access.
Through this initiative, women could complete essential applications, receive counselling, and secure services that directly impact their stability and well-being.
Image Alt Text: Single Mothers Welfare Camp providing essential support services in Needamangalam
1. Single Mothers Welfare Camp: Making E-Sevai Services Simple and Accessible
One of the major highlights of the camp was the complete support for E-Sevai services, ensuring that every woman received step-by-step assistance.
Applications were processed for:
- Widow Certificate
- Destitute Widow Certificate
- Deserted Women Certificate
- Unmarried Certificate
- Widow Pension Scheme
- Unmarried Pension Scheme
- Deserted Women Pension Scheme
- Indira Gandhi Old Age Pension Scheme
- Income Certificate
- Legal Heir Certificate
- Community Certificate
- Nativity Certificate
For many participants, this was the first time they experienced stress-free access to official documentation.
2. Single Mothers Welfare Camp: Guiding Women Toward Government Schemes
Many widows and single mothers are unaware of their eligibility for multiple welfare schemes.
To bridge this gap, the camp also assisted with:
Registrations on the Widows and Destitute Women Welfare Board Portal
This registration helps women:
- Apply for government benefits
- Access monthly aid
- Receive welfare board support
- Improve financial stability
The volunteers ensured every eligible woman completed her registration without confusion or delay.
3. Single Mothers Welfare Camp: Health Support Through the Single Mother Care Card
Healthcare expenses often create stress for single mothers.
To ease this burden, the Mother Teresa Health Centre introduced the Single Mother Care Card, offering:
- 20% discount on doctor consultations
- 20% discount on laboratory tests
- 20% discount on medicines
- 20% discount on surgeries and operations
This card brings long-term relief to mothers striving to care for their families on limited incomes.
4. Single Mothers Welfare Camp: Reaching the Most Vulnerable Women in the Community
The camp specifically supported:
- Widows
- Destitute women
- Deserted women
- Unmarried women
- Women with health challenges
- Elderly women without support
Every woman who walked in left with guidance, confidence, and a sense of belonging.
5. Single Mothers Welfare Camp: A Safe Space Filled with Respect and Dignity
Beyond services, the camp created an atmosphere where women felt:
- Heard
- Respected
- Supported
- Empowered
The aim was not just paperwork—but emotional assurance that their struggles are understood.
6. Single Mothers Welfare Camp: The Strength of Collective Service
This day was made possible through the combined efforts of:
- Thanjavur Diocese Padhai Vazhikaati Thagaval Maiyam
- Thanjavur Diocese Pengal Pani Kulu
- Mother Teresa Foundation, Thanjavur
When organizations come together with one heart, the impact becomes stronger, wider, and more meaningful.
7. Single Mothers Welfare Camp: Transforming Lives, One Woman at a Time
The smiles and relief on the faces of the participants showed the true success of the camp.
Some gained documents they had been waiting years for.
Some learned they were eligible for pensions.
Some finally accessed healthcare support.
And all of them walked away knowing they are not alone.
Conclusion: When We Uplift a Mother, We Uplift a Generation
The Single Mothers Welfare Camp in Needamangalam proved one powerful truth:
A small act of help can spark a lifetime of change.
As these 156 women move forward with confidence, Mother Teresa Foundation remains committed to walking with them—one step, one document, one smile at a time.
