Supérate identifies 136 Jet Set tragedy orphans

Santo Domingo.- Supérate, the government’s social assistance program, announced that it has identified 136 children orphaned by the tragic Jet Set nightclub collapse on April 8, including 19 minors who lost both parents. Recognizing the profound change in these children’s socioeconomic circumstances, the agency is mobilizing targeted support.

Using data from the Social Security Treasury (TSS), Supérate also confirmed 22 fatalities had been regular contributors, each paying RD$22,176 monthly. Nineteen of the deceased were classified within Levels 2 and 3 of the Quality of Life Index (QLI), underscoring their families’ vulnerability prior to the disaster.

In response, Supérate is activating its Emergency Bonus mechanism, in line with the State’s obligation to provide comprehensive aid following such emergencies. Of the 28 affected families visited by the multidisciplinary inter-institutional commission—established under President Luis Abinader’s directive—25 have requested financial support, and 27 have required psychological assistance.

The temporary Emergency Bonus aims to relieve families in crisis, whether due to natural disasters, health emergencies, economic downturns, or other social contingencies. The Supérate Emergency Committee (CES) determines the bonus amount, frequency, and duration based on each emergency’s nature and severity, ensuring resources meet each family’s specific needs.