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The income eligibility for NTUC Care assistance programmes has been raised from S$3,800 to S$4,300, with about 4,500 additional Singaporeans and their families qualifying for support in 2026.
In a move to better support Singaporeans in managing growing work, family and financial challenges, the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC) has raised the Gross Household Income (GHI) threshold for its NTUC Care assistance programmes from S$3,800 to S$4,300.
Announced on 21 January 2026 (Wednesday), the change is expected to allow about 4,500 additional union members and their families to qualify for support in 2026.
NTUC Secretary-General Ng Chee Meng said the adjustment reflects increasing caregiving demands, enabling more lower-income union members and their families to continue caring for their loved ones while remaining in employment.
More help for caregivers and children with special needs
Support for single caregivers will also be expanded, with assistance extended beyond secondary school to include children in ITEs, polytechnics and universities. The revised criteria is expected to benefit about 350 young dependents.
In addition, NTUC said it will broaden support for children with special needs by extending coverage beyond Special Education (SPED) schools to include those enrolled in the Early Intervention Programme for Infants and Children (EIPIC). About 500 more children are expected to benefit in 2026.
Commenting on the initiatives in a Facebook post, SG Ng said: "Caregivers should not have to shoulder these responsibilities alone. We will continue to expand our support and stand with them, so that no worker is left behind."
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