The incontinence allowance: Insight into the incontinence care allowance in Flanders.
In your search for incontinence care and support, you may come across the incontinence allowance. This is a valuable allowance that can help with the cost of incontinence supplies for both those with heavy care and those who are not self-employed. At Robin, we understand how crucial this support can be, and we are happy to inform you about how you can qualify for it and what it can do for you.
Who is eligible for the incontinence benefit?
- In need of severe care
If you need daily care and support, the incontinence benefit may be for you. It applies to people who have had home care for a certain period of time and are experiencing a certain level of incontinence. It is important to know that staying in a specific care facility may affect your entitlement to this lump sum.
- Non-dependent persons
For people who are dealing with untreatable urinary incontinence, without sufficient dependency on other forms of support, the incontinence short may also apply. There are specific conditions that you must meet to qualify for this.
How can you apply for the Incontinence Allowance?
The application procedure is accessible and intended to help you. For people with heavy care, it is possible to submit an application via home nurses or the social work department of your health insurance fund . Even if you do not receive home care, there are ways to arrange this and submit your application.
For non-self-employed persons, the application is a little more structured . You can request the application form "Untreatable incontinence -forfait " from your health insurance fund. This form must be completed by your GP and sent to the advisory physician of your regional health insurance fund. It is important to know that this is approved for a period of three years and is revised annually.
Financial Support: What can you expect?
The financial benefits of the incontinence benefit can be considerable. For highly dependent persons, the benefit amounts to 575.70 euros per year (in 2023) and is indexed annually. Non-dependent persons receive an amount of 187.90 euros per year (in 2023), which is also indexed annually.
Are you ready to apply ?
At Robin, we encourage you to be well-informed and research your eligibility for the incontinence benefit. It can be a valuable tool in managing the cost of incontinence supplies. Remember to check back regularly to see if you still qualify once you are approved.
Incontinence care at Robin
At Robin, we understand the challenges of incontinence care. In addition to incontinence care, we offer high-quality incontinence underwear designed for comfort and protection. We believe in not only providing products, but also sharing useful information to help you find the best care and support.
Hopefully this information about incontinence underwear has helped you in your search for support. If you have any questions, we are always here to help.
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