The Single Mothers Welfare Camp was a compassionate initiative jointly organized by Thanjavur Diocese Padhai Vazhikaati Thagaval Maiyam, Thanjavur Diocese Pengal Pani Kulu, and Mother Teresa Foundation. Held in Anna Nagar, Thanjavur, the camp was designed to bring essential services, welfare support, and healthcare benefits directly to women who need them the most.

Many single mothers face daily struggles—financial instability, limited access to government welfare, and challenges in navigating official processes. Understanding these hardships, the camp aimed to make help accessible, simple, and stress-free.

Supporting Women with Care:

The Single Mothers Welfare Camp was not just an event—it was a bridge that helped women move closer to dignity, security, and independence.

Women who attended the camp received:

1. Guidance Through E-Sevai Services

Many women struggle to apply for certificates because of digital barriers and lack of awareness. At the camp, trained volunteers patiently guided them through applications 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 most beneficiaries, this step-by-step assistance lifted a long-standing burden.

2. Access to Government Welfare Boards

The camp also helped women register on the Tamil Nadu Widows and Destitute Women Welfare Board enabling them to access state-supported schemes and financial support they are eligible for.

3. Meaningful Healthcare Support with the Single Mother Care Card

Mother Teresa Health Centre introduced a thoughtful initiative — the Single Mother Care Card.
This card helps single mothers and their families access:

• Doctor consultations
• Lab tests
• Operations
• Medicines

at a 20% discount, reducing their financial stress during medical emergencies.

For many women, this card became a symbol of assurance and relief.

4. A Safe Space Filled with Empathy and Encouragement

The atmosphere at the camp was warm and welcoming.
Volunteers spoke to the women with kindness, listened to their struggles, and ensured no one felt rushed or overlooked.

Many participants expressed that it was the first time they felt truly understood and supported.

The Impact: 172 Lives Touched with Compassion The Single Mothers Welfare Camp Thanjavur created real, measurable impact:

• 172 women received free services
• Dozens applied for essential certificates
• Many became eligible for pensions and welfare schemes
• Several registered for state support programs
• Many gained access to affordable healthcare through the Care Card

A Step Toward a Kinder Tomorrow

This welfare camp shows the power of collaboration and compassion.
When communities come together, lives change.
Mother Teresa Foundation, along with the Thanjavur Diocese, continues to stand beside single mothers who face overwhelming challenges yet rise with courage each day.