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Sharjah 24
12-08-2025
- Health
- Sharjah 24
SEC oversees terms for granting supplementary support to families
During its meeting, the Council addressed several topics concerning the regulation and oversight of government departments and agencies in the Emirate of Sharjah. They reviewed important development plans aimed at improving service quality, which are expected to have a positive impact on the quality of life for both citizens and residents in the emirate . Enhancing citizens' quality of life The Council praised the initiatives put forth by His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, which are designed to enhance the quality of life for citizens and ensure they enjoy a respectable standard of living. His Highness has also approved the provision of additional aid for eligible families in the Emirate of Sharjah . The Council has made a decision to regulate the powers and conditions for providing supplementary assistance to eligible families. Consequently, the Department of Social Services will be responsible for granting this support to families whose total monthly income from all sources is below AED17,500. This aid is aimed at enhancing their social welfare . Promoting Mira Khalifa Al Suwaidi to Department Director The Council has made a decision to elevate Mira Khalifa Abdullah Al Suwaidi, currently serving as the Director of the Computer Department at the Sharjah Consultative Council, to the position of Department Director under the Sharjah Government Special Jobs System. Additionally, she has been appointed as the Assistant Secretary of the Sharjah Consultative Council . Organizational Structure of Sharjah Noble Quran and Sunnah The Council has approved the organizational structure of the Sharjah Noble Quran and Sunnah Establishment, aimed at strengthening the Foundation's capacity to fulfill its responsibilities within its mandate. This decision is part of a broader initiative to enhance organizational frameworks across various government departments and agencies. Additionally, the Council instructed its General Secretariat to wrap up its legislative session . Results of Medical Committee for Home Nursing Services' work The Council reviewed the report detailing the accomplishments of the Medical Committee for Home Nursing Services in the Emirate of Sharjah. This report highlighted key statistics regarding the cases presented to the committee, which amounted to 219 new cases recorded from the start of the year up until last June. These cases spanned various cities and regions within the emirate, with a total financial impact exceeding AED20 million . The report outlined the objectives of the committee, which focused on delivering comprehensive medical care to families while facilitating the integration of patients within their homes. It also approved medical reports and assessed the impact of the services offered. Additionally, the report highlighted the findings of a customer satisfaction survey, which revealed an impressive 89.4% satisfaction rate regarding the services provided by the Home Nursing Medical Committee .


Zawya
17-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
ADEK licenses 15 new private nurseries across emirate
Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has licensed 15 new private nurseries 1,250 additional seats across Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Al Dhafra. The new nurseries included British Orchard Nursery in Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi, with an average fee of AED17,750; Apple Field Nursery, Al Manhal, Abu Dhabi, with average fees amounting to AED24,000; British Home Nursery, Al Bahyah, Abu Dhabi, with average fees totaling AED24,000; Little Hand Nursery, Al Aamerah, Al Ain, with average fees of AED24,000 and Learning Tree Nursery, Madinat Al Riyad, Abu Dhabi, with average fees at AED25,000. The other newly licensed nurseries comprised Little Genius Nursery, Zayed City, Al Dhafra, with average fees of AED 25,900; Little Smarties Nursery, Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi, with average fees amounting to AED26,000; Maple Tree International Nurseries, Reem Island, Abu Dhabi, with average fees totaling AED26,550; Kids Fantasy Nursery, Mohamed bin Zayed City, Abu Dhabi, with average fees of AED27,000 and Small Stars Nursery, Madinat Al Riyad, Abu Dhabi, with average fees of AED30,000. The five other nurseries included Thinkers Planet Nurseries, Bani Yas, Abu Dhabi, with an average fee totaling AED32,000; Tiny Dreams Nursery, Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi, with an average fee amounting to AED36,000; Jack and Jill Nursery, Al Raha, Abu Dhabi, with average fees being AED45,000 and Redwood Nurseries in Al Kasir and Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi, with both nurseries' average fees being AED51,375. ADEK carefully assessed multiple factors before granting approval to ensure these fees are reasonable and transparent. These include operational costs such as rent, staffing expenses to maintain appropriate child-to-teacher ratios and investments in educational materials and safety measures. Fees are also evaluated based on market trends and the sustainability of services. By taking these factors into account, parents can be assured that nursery fees are structured to support a safe, engaging and developmentally enriching start for their children. A total of 225 private nurseries with 27,791 seats provide nurturing environments that support children's cognitive, social, and emotional development during their formative years - critical for their future academic success and personal growth.