Participation Act Westland: calculation of the benefit

In the municipality of Westland, the Participation Act not only regulates the conditions for a social assistance benefit, but also its precise calculation. The benefit is based on the statutory minimum wage and depends on your living situation, such as single in an apartment in Naaldwijk, cohabiting in Monster or with children in 's-Gravenzande. For a single person, a standard amount of € 1,201.82 net per month applies in 2024, excluding holiday allowance and special assistance via the Westland Wmo counter. Income from work in greenhouse horticulture, alimony or other sources is deducted, with an exemption scheme for the first € 246 per month. Assets exceeding the limit of € 7,575 (single) or € 15,140 (cohabiting) result in a reduction of the benefit. The municipality of Westland checks your situation monthly and adjusts the benefit in case of changes, such as a new job at a nursery in Honselersdijk. In the calculation, Westland takes into account local living costs in the greenhouse region and special circumstances, such as medical costs or travel costs to work. You are obliged to report changes immediately to the Westland Belteam to prevent sanctions. For young people under 27, a starters scheme with lower standards and mandatory trajectories via WerkWestland applies. These rules promote activation and suit the dynamic labour market in Westland. Consult the website of the Municipality of Westland for current amounts, the online calculation tool and information about the Participation Act.