Disaster Relief

Urgent aid for individuals affected by severe disasters or property loss.

About the Disaster Relief Program

The MSDFS, in partnership with the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Management (ODPM) and Municipal Corporations, provides disaster relief assistance to families who have lost essential household items due to floods, fires, and other disasters. Support Includes:

Household Items Replacement: (stove, bed, living room set, mattress, dining room set, washing machine, refrigerator, wardrobe, etc.)

Financial Grants: (Clothing Grant, School Supplies Grant, Social Welfare Assistance for Housing Repairs)

Sanitary Plumbing Assistance: (Up to $15,000 in materials)

Temporary Food Support: (Up to $550 for families with verified food loss)

Counselling & Psychosocial Support (Provided by the National Family Services Division – NFSD)

Disaster relief is validated by on-site assessments conducted by MSDFS Disaster Officers or Regional Corporations.

Contact Your Regional Corporation

Call Your Regional Corporation for Assistance

Arima Borough Corporation

800-2ABC (2222)

Tunapuna/Piarco Regional Corporation

800-TPRC (8772)

Port-of-Spain City Corporation

800-PSCC (7722)

Sangre Grande Regional Corporation

800-SGRC (7472)

Chaguanas Borough Corporation

800-CBC (3222)

Mayaro/Rio Claro Regional Corporation

800-MRC (4672)

Princes Town Regional Corporation

800-PTRC (7872)

Point Fortin Borough Corporation

800-PFCB (7322)

San Fernando City Corporation

800-SCDU (7328)

Penal/Debe Regional Corporation

800-PDRC (7372)

Siparia Regional Corporation

800-4SRC (4772)

Diego Martin Regional Corporation

800-DMRC (3672)

San Juan/Laventille Regional Corporation

800-SLRC (7572)

Couva / Tabaquite / Talparo Regional Corporation

800-CTTC (2882)

Need Counselling & Support? Call NFSD

623-2608 Ext. 6701 – 6711

How to Apply

How to Get Disaster Relief Assistance

Step 1: Confirm Eligibility

Relief is available to victims of disasters whose homes and belongings were destroyed beyond repair.

Step 2: Reach Out for Support

National Identification Card

Evidence of Loss (photos, reports, or validation from Regional Corporations)

Completed Disaster Management Unit Report Form (Prepared by Regional Corporations)

Step 3: Submit Your Application

Visit your Regional Corporation Office or MSDFS Assessment Officers to submit your application.

Step 4: Receive Disaster Relief Assistance

Receive Disaster Relief Assistance

Disaster Relief

Support for individuals affected by natural or man-made disasters.

Related Social Services

General Assistance Grants

One-time grants to help during emergencies, disasters, or unexpected financial needs.

NSDP – Home Repair Assistance

Offers counselling and education programs to support family well-being.

Public Assistance Grant

Monthly aid for those with limited income due to disability or caregiving duties.