1. A form of social welfare or assistance provided by the government to individuals in need, typically those unable to work or support themselves
The elderly widow received amparo assistencial to help cover her living expenses.
A viúva idosa recebeu amparo assistencial para ajudar a cobrir suas despesas de vida.
2. Legal protection or support granted by social services to vulnerable populations
The child was granted amparo assistencial after being removed from an unsafe home.
A criança recebeu amparo assistencial após ser removida de um lar inseguro.