Individual income top-up in Westland: long-term solution after emergency
After an emergency grant in Westland: qualify for individual income top-up. Extra income for low-income recipients with structural problems, such as growers or seasonal workers in horticulture.
When entitled to income top-up in Westland?
The individual income top-up (II top-up) in the Municipality of Westland is a periodic benefit for social assistance recipients with very low income through no fault of their own, such as chronic illness, divorce or income loss due to greenhouse work. Unlike one-off emergency aid from the Westland Wonen & Zorg counter, this provides monthly extra money, up to € 450 gross per year, adjusted to local social assistance standards.
- Duration: 1-3 years, with option for reapplication at Social Team Westland.
- Conditions: At least 3 years social assistance in Westland and income below 100% of the standard amount, taking into account regional costs such as energy bills for horticulture families.
- Application: At the Social Domain counter Westland (Poeldijk or Naaldwijk) with income history and proof of residence in districts such as Monster or Kwintsheul.
Benefits and pitfalls in Westland
Combinable with Westland schemes such as extraordinary assistance for energy costs, but counts towards the assets test. Rejection? File an objection with the hearing committee of the Municipality of Westland. Ideal for residents after acute emergency due to seasonal dips or illness, as a bridge to financial stability in this horticulture municipality.