social services

British  

plural noun

1. welfare activities organized by the state or a local authority and carried out by trained personnel

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Example Sentences

The U.S. already enjoys access to bases and overflight rights there, while Denmark bears the cost of governance, infrastructure and social services.

From The Wall Street Journal

Beyond celebrating resilience, the film also pays tribute to the social services Belgium provides for at-risk mothers, offering a safety net and sense of community for people with nowhere else to turn.

From Los Angeles Times

Elected officials in towns like Crans-Montana have many responsibilities as well as fire safety - running schools and social services, even collecting taxes.

From BBC

“The underscoring issue is that child care and these other federally funded social services programs are major family supports,” said Nina Buthee, executive director of EveryChild California.

From Los Angeles Times

Sherr said the case marked a "true precedent" - that the courts, families, police and social services came together to support the child's best interests.

From BBC