Gerard and Elly have social assistance benefits. Together they have four children (17,19, 21 and 23). The youngest three children live at home and attend school. The eldest daughter (23) studies in Utrecht and lives in rooms.
After her studies, the daughter returns to Tilburg where she has found work. She cannot find an affordable home in Tilburg, so she lives with her parents temporarily.
What does this mean for her parents' benefits?
The youngest three children do not count towards the cost-sharing standard. They are younger than 21 years old and/or are still studying. The eldest daughter (23) is no longer studying and therefore counts as a cost sharer. She has a job and can pay her parents board money. This means that the parental benefit will go down. By asking their eldest daughter for board money, they can compensate for the lower benefit and possibly lower housing allowance.
Pass on adjustments
Do people live in your house who are older than 21 and who are not studying (anymore)? Please notify us of any changes in good time. This prevents you from having to repay benefits.
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