Participation Act Rotterdam: calculation of the benefit

In Rotterdam, the Participation Act regulates the conditions and calculation of the social assistance benefit through the Rotterdam Work and Participation programme. The amount is based on the statutory minimum wage and depends on your living situation, such as single in a flat in Rotterdam-South, cohabiting in Kralingen or with children in IJsselmonde. For a single Rotterdam resident, a standard of € 1,201.82 net per month applies in 2024, excluding holiday allowance and special assistance for example energy costs in the port city. Income from work with Rotterdam employers, alimony or other sources is deducted, with an income disregard scheme of € 246 per month for the first earnings. Assets exceeding € 7,575 (single) or € 15,140 (cohabiting) result in a reduction of the benefit. The municipality of Rotterdam checks monthly via the digital portal Werk.nl and adjusts in case of changes, such as a move within the city. Account is taken of high Rotterdam living costs, such as rent in the city centre, and special situations such as medical costs or participation in local projects. You must report changes immediately to the Rotterdam Work and Income Desk to avoid sanctions. Young people under 27 benefit from the Rotterdam starter scheme with lower standards and mandatory trajectories via Work Experience Rotterdam (WER). This approach stimulates activation in the dynamic labour market of the Maasstad. Check the Rotterdam website rotterdam.nl/werk-inkomen for current amounts, calculation tools and local subsidies. (212 words)