Participation Act Delft: conditions for a benefit
In Delft, the **Participation Act** regulates the conditions for a **social assistance benefit**. Read here the rules of the municipality of Delft, your rights and obligations. Contact the Legal Aid Office Delft for free advice.
The **Participation Act** (since 2015) in Delft replaces the Work and Assistance Act (WWB). The municipality of Delft assesses whether you are entitled to social assistance if you cannot (fully) work. This depends on income, assets, age and work capacity. Delft offers activating support such as job application assistance and training.
Participation Act in Delft
The municipality of Delft grants social assistance to those who temporarily cannot work. Objective: return to work as soon as possible through:
- **Social assistance benefit** for those who do not receive unemployment benefit (WW), disability insurance act benefit (WIA) or state pension (AOW).
- **Participation benefit** for people with a disability who can work partially.
- Work guidance, training and job coaching by Delft.
Benefits under Participation Act Delft
Main types in Delft:
| Type | For whom | Amount (2024, Delft) |
|---|---|---|
| Social assistance benefit | Without other benefits, limited work capacity | €1,200-€1,600/month (depending on rent and household) |
| Participation benefit | With disability, partially employable with assistance | €1,400-€1,900/month incl. wage cost subsidy |
Conditions for social assistance benefit Delft
The municipality of Delft applies personal and financial requirements.
1. Personal conditions
- Age: From 18 years. Young people 18-27: first work/learning obligation (Delft Youth Assistance).
- Place of residence: Registered in Delft (GBA/Personal Records Database).
- Work capacity:
- Social assistance: Max. 12 hours/week work with low income.
- Participation: Partial work with adaptations via Delft employers.
- No other benefits: No unemployment benefit (WW), disability insurance act benefit (WIA), state pension (AOW) or partner supplement.
2. Financial conditions
- Income: Gross income below social assistance norm. Delft: max. €110/month own work without reduction (2024).
- Assets: Max. €7,575 (single) or €15,020 (together, 2024). Savings above this amount count.
- Housing costs: Delft calculates rent/allowance via norms for Central District/Hof van Delft.
Application for social assistance Delft
Apply digitally via Delft.fm (delft.fm) or counter at City Hall Delft (Phoenixstraat 23). Bring ID, bank statements, rental agreement. Decision within 8 weeks. Objection? To District Court The Hague, The Hague district.
Rights and obligations in Delft
- Obligations: Job searching (min. 2x/week), cooperate in reintegration, report changes.
- Rights: Social assistance at social assistance level, special assistance (e.g. for Delft energy costs).
Need help? Legal Aid Office Delft
Free advice: Legal Aid Office Delft, Turfmarkt 27, 2611 CS Delft. Call 0900-8020 or online appointment. For court cases: District Court The Hague, Zeestraat 29, The Hague.