familysupportprogram
nounUK /ˈfæmɪli səˈpɔːt ˈprəʊɡræm/
US /ˈfæməli səˈpɔːrt ˈproʊɡræm/
A family support program is a group that helps families with things they need.
Our town's family support program gave us food and advice when we moved here.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A government-funded initiative offering financial and practical help to parents and children.
The new family support program provides monthly payments to low-income parents.
3. A workplace benefit that helps employees balance job and family duties.
The company's family support program includes flexible hours and emergency childcare.
4. A charity-run service offering counseling and guidance to families in crisis.
Volunteers at the family support program visit homes to help with parenting challenges.