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Family & Society

Social and Family Programs

Barakatna

The “Barakatna” initiative, launched by Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi in partnership with Family Development Foundation, introduces six integrated services to support senior citizens and their caregivers. It focuses on improving quality of life, easing caregiving responsibilities, and strengthening family and community cohesion through coordinated social, housing, and employment solutions.

Family Financial Calculator

A practical tool that helps families understand whether they qualify for financial support based on their total household income. It is designed for low- to middle-income families with special economic needs.

Medeem

Medeem is a government initiative launched by the Department of Community Development – Abu Dhabi to prepare young Emiratis and couples for a stable family life.

Numou

Numou, meaning “growth”, is an Emirati family support program that promotes family formation, stability, and well-being in line with the Abu Dhabi Family Wellbeing Strategy.

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