THE family of calypso singer Timothy “Baron” Watkins received monetary assistance from the Ministry of Culture and Community Development on January 18 to assist with his medical expenses.

Minister Michelle Benjamin presented a cheque to his wife Sherma at the UNC Headquarters, 31 Mulchan Seuchan Road, Chaguanas, following a UNC media briefing.

In making the announcement about the presentation to Watkins’ family, Benjamin said, “We intend to present him with monetary value to assist with his bills. I am saddened to say he was placed in a home, so the funds to be given is to help with his upkeep, his medical bills and medication.”