Support for dependency
Information on the allowances available when providing assistance for others (attendance allowance) (contributory, non-contributory and general pensions fund), including the dependency supplement.
This section is organised into the following areas:
The contributory scheme attendance allowance compensates families with dependent children, receiving a family allowance with a disability bonus, and who need permanent help from another person.
Find out more about how to apply for a contributory scheme attendance allowance.
The non-contributory scheme attendance allowance is intended for persons who are not covered by any social protection system and who are in need.
The aim is to compensate families with children who rely on another person for their basic needs, who are not in gainful employment, have a low income or are in situations of risk or social dysfunction.
Find out more about how to claim the non-contributory scheme attendance allowance.
The general pensions fund attendance allowance is granted to compensate for the additional costs resulting from dependent children entitled to child benefit, with a disability allowance or a lifelong monthly allowance, and who require permanent care by another person.
Find out more about how to claim the general pensions fund attendance allowance.
The dependency supplement is granted to those who are dependent on the help of another person to satisfy their basic everyday needs (domestic services, help eating, moving around and hygiene care).
Persons receiving a disability, old-age or survivors’ pension, those receiving a social inclusion benefit and non-pensioners with a disease causing particular disabilities can claim this supplement.
Find out more about how to claim the dependency supplement.
Information updated on March 15, 2024