Meaning: A place where the needy receive charity or assistance.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The old alms house provided shelter for the homeless.

Category: Social Services

Synonyms:

• charity home
• poorhouse

Meaning: A female servant or nanny, especially in some Asian cultures.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The amah took care of the children.

Category: Social Services › Domestic Help

Synonyms:

• nanny
• maid

Meaning: A U.S. government program for community service and volunteerism.

Part of speech: noun

Example: She joined Ameri Corps to help her community.

Category: Social Services

Synonyms: volunteer program

Meaning: Work done by social workers or case managers to assist clients.

Part of speech: noun

Example: Her casework involved helping families in need.

Category: Social Services

Synonyms:

• social work
• client support

Meaning: A professional who manages cases for clients, often in social services.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The caseworker visited the family regularly.

Category: Social Services

Synonyms:

• social worker
• client manager

Meaning: A non-profit organization that distributes food to those in need.

Part of speech: noun

Example: The food bank helps families during tough times.

Category: Social Services › Charity

Synonyms: food pantry

Meaning: A government-issued voucher for purchasing food.

Part of speech: noun

Example: Food stamps help low-income families buy groceries.

Category: Social Services › Welfare

Synonyms: food assistance

Meaning: A place that helps people transition from a difficult situation.

Part of speech: noun

Example: He stayed at a halfway house after rehab.

Category: Social Services

Synonyms: transitional home