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Children’s Aid Society

Melrose Home

Melrose Home provides residential care and trauma-informed support to children and youths aged 7 to 21 facing family challenges or child protection issues, aiming to foster healing and reintegration into the community.

Overview

Melrose Home, operated by the Children’s Aid Society, is a residential care facility providing round-the-clock trauma-informed care and support to children and youths aged 7 to 21 who face challenging family circumstances or child protection issues. The home offers specialised programmes and a safe environment to help these children and youths heal from adverse childhood experiences, with the goal of reuniting them with their families or reintegrating them into the community. Residents attend school and participate in therapy and other developmental activities while under care. The home also engages families through casework and counselling to support the children’s wellbeing and development.

Scheme type

ChildrenYouthYouth-at-Risk

Who qualifies

Eligibility groups

Children
Youth
Youth-at-risk

What you receive

Casework
Emotional care
Psychological support/Psychotherapy
Referral services
Educational programmes

Eligibility details

Children and youths aged 7 to 21 years old who are referred by the Ministry of Social & Family Development due to challenging family circumstances such as abuse or neglect, and who cannot be safely placed in the community. Priority is given to those with higher emotional and behavioural needs requiring specialised interventions.

How to apply

Children and youths are referred to Melrose Home by the Ministry of Social & Family Development following assessment of their safety and care needs. There is no direct application process for the public.

Agency details

Important Information

Scheme details may change. Check the official agency website for the latest eligibility, benefits, and application information.

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