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What other forms of social support/welfare should I know about? (Buddy systems, etc.) Who is eligible? How does someone apply?Unemployment benefits are provided after at least 12 months of participation on Czech Social Security system. If you are under the temporary protection, you could ask for other types of financial social support (subsistence allowance and the housing supplement as well as the one-off benefit of extraordinary immediate assistance). There is also a special humanitarian benefit of CZK 5,000 per month if you do not have the means to provide the basic necessities of life. You may be paid repeatedly subject to request for a maximum of five calendar months after the calendar month in which the temporary protection was granted. The payment is available through a wire transfer or in cash. The application for the benefit could be done here Important: the humanitarian benefit will not be available to persons who benefit from free accommodation, daily meals and basic hygiene items provided by the government. You can also learn about scholarships available for students here We recommend visiting the center for assistance to displaced persons in Prague after arrival. Every Ukrainian can get advice or help here:
In addition, there is a space for young people and children, and there is also an opportunity to take the necessary things. The help center is open at the following address: Novaฬkovyฬch street 1954/20a, Praha 8-Libenฬ district near the metro station "V Palmovka". Working hours: Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Since April 1, the rules of Lex Ukrajina will come into force, according to which:
From July 1, the Czech Republic will cancel payments to Czechs who sheltered Ukrainians in their homes. Instead, Ukrainians will receive money for renting accommodation directly:
This step will allow not only to reduce expenses. The Czech authorities seek to stimulate Ukrainians to find employment and, accordingly, to have the ability to pay for housing. Please note that the refugee financial assessment amount may vary. The reason is the assessment of the refugee's earnings and savings, which will be carried out after the refugee applies for a new benefit. In order to receive financial assistance on time, the relevant application should be submitted as soon as possible, preferably before the end of May. |
Are there any social benefits I can claim such as child support?You could be eligible for material child support. To ask for social support for children you need to go to one of the Regional assistance Centers for Ukraine |
Are there any social benefits for pregnant and nursing women?If you are under temporary protection, you are eligible for public health support and you will receive medical care. Check for a doctor at lekariproukrajinu.cz |
How can I meet and socialize with other Ukrainians in a similar position?You can join various Facebook groups where you can socilize with other Ukrainians:
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Are there specific social supports available to me if I am elderly?You are covered by public health insurance and are eligible for public health support. You can also contact the Center for the Disabled of the Moravian-Silesian Region |
Are there specific social supports available to me if I have a disability?People with disabilities who come from Ukraine to the Czech Republic can receive assistance. The following public organizations offer help:
There is also a list of organisations that assist people with specific disabilities:
More information at vlada.cz |
How can I help others? What volunteering organisations could I join?You can check out the following platform if you are looking for ways to help:
If you want to help other Ukrainians, you can offer your services in these group: |
