New Life Stories
Family Strengthening Programme
Trauma-informed, family-centred programmes supporting children and families affected by incarceration, including befriending for children, parenting workshops for incarcerated parents, caregiver support, and specialised support for pregnant/postpartum mothers and families at point of arrest.
Overview
- Family Strengthening Programme (FSP) provides coordinated, trauma-informed, family-centred support for families impacted by incarceration, working across the child, caregiver, and parent in prison from incarceration through reintegration.
- Befriending pairs each child with trained volunteers to offer a consistent, trusted presence and relational support.
- In Care delivers parenting workshops and guided sessions for incarcerated parents to rebuild relationships and strengthen parenting skills.
- Family Care supports caregivers to stabilise the home environment, strengthen routines, and improve overall family stability.
- The approach aims to improve child well-being, strengthen family relationships, and reduce intergenerational incarceration by aligning supports across individuals, families, and systems.
Scheme type
FamilyChildrenEx-offender SupportCounselling and Emotional Support
Who qualifies
Eligibility groups
Children
Families
Caregivers
Families of inmates or ex-offenders
Inmates
Ex-offenders
What you receive
Counselling
Emotional care
Befriending services
Eligibility details
Families impacted by incarceration, including: children of incarcerated parents; incarcerated parents seeking parenting support; caregivers of these children.
How to apply
Contact New Life Stories
Agency details
Service area
Singapore
Important Information
Scheme details may change. Check the official agency website for the latest eligibility, benefits, and application information.
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