welfare

Welfare refers to government programs designed to support individuals and families in need, ensuring basic needs like food, shelter, healthcare, and financial stability are met. These programs aim to reduce poverty and inequality by providing assistance through benefits such as unemployment insurance, food stamps, housing aid, and healthcare subsidies. Welfare is part of a social safety net, intended to help people recover from hardships and maintain a decent quality of life while they improve their circumstances or find stable employment. It reflects societal efforts to promote well-being and social cohesion.