Some individuals face high protection risks because they have specific needs and require particular attention.
A person with specific needs (PSN) may be:
- An unaccompanied or separated child
- A person living with a Disability or a serious medical condition
- An older person
- A single parent
- A woman at risk
- Other people with specific needs and circumstances
What are the services and support available for Persons with Specific Needs (PSNs)?
UNHCR, in collaboration with partners, offers a range of support and assistance tailored to persons with disabilities, older persons at risk, and other individuals with specific needs. These services are designed to ensure the safety, well-being, and access to essential services for PSNs.
Support and Assistance:
- Tailored Support Services: Targeted support according to your unique needs or those of your family or friend.
- Access to Essential Services: Assistance in safely accessing necessary services within settlements.
Special Benefits for PSNs:
- Distribution Support:
- Priority and additional support during the distribution of food and non-food items.
- Transportation assistance for easier access to necessary supplies.
- Shelter Support:
- Material and construction assistance for shelter needs.
- Livelihood Opportunities:
- Tailored livelihood options designed to suit their specific needs.
Follow-Up and Continuous Support:
- Protection Partners’ Involvement: Continuous monitoring of PSNs’ situations to ensure safety and well-being.
- Individualized Support: Providing support based on the unique circumstances of each person.
These services are aimed at addressing the specific needs of individuals, ensuring they have access to vital resources and assistance, including food, shelter, and livelihood opportunities, while continually monitoring and adapting support based on individual requirements.
If you are a person with specific needs as listed above, please approach the protection partner in your settlement for more information regarding support that is available in your location:
| Location | Organisation | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Bididbidi Settlement | IRC | Here |
| Rhino Camp, Imvepi and Lobule, Kiryandongo Settlements | Danish Refugee Council (DRC) | Here |
| Adjumani, Palabek and Palorinya Settlements | Lutheran World Foundation (LWF) | Here |
| Kyangwali, Kyaka, Rwamwanja, Nakivale, and Oruchinga Settlements | ALIGHT | Here |
| Kampala | Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) | Here |
Please note that ALL services delivered by UNHCR and partners, including registration, are provided for FREE.
