Assistance is being provided for a Laventille woman whose house was significantly damaged by a landslide on Sunday.

According to the Ministry of the People, Debra Woods also suffered minor injuries when heavy rainfall caused a retaining wall to collapse onto her home in Eastern Quarry.

She is currently staying with a friend and has so far been provided with a temporary food support card valued at $510.

She was also advised of her eligibility for additional grants including:

• Rental Assistance Grant of up to $2,500.00 per month for a period of three months
• Household Items Grant of up to $10,000.00 for the replacement of furniture and appliances
• Clothing Grant of up to $1,000.00

It says the National Social Development Programme is actively working with Ms Woods to finalise her application and obtain the relevant documentation to access these grants.

It has also been engaged to provide psychosocial support for her.

Meanwhile, the Ministry is reminding all citizens of emergency relief available to those rendered vulnerable by unforeseen events.

The types of assistance include:

• Household Items Grant – up to $10,000.00 per household
• Temporary Food Support – $510.00 per household
• Clothing Grant – up to $1,000.00 per household member
• School Supplies Grant – up to $700.00 per child (Primary) and up to $1,000.00 per child (Secondary)
• Rental Assistance Grant – up to $2,500.00 per month for three months
• Minor House Repair Assistance – up to $20,000.00 in materials only
• Sanitary Plumbing Assistance – up to $15,000.00 in materials only
• House Wiring Assistance – up to $15,000.00 in materials only
• Psychosocial Support – including counselling, referrals and advocacy services