Disability

Thanks to Flemish and Brussels social protection, mobility aids such as a wheelchair or a rollator are affordable for people with a permanent or long-term disability. The VAPH also provides various allowances.

Persons with a disability are eligible for a discount on public transport and a VAT reduction when purchasing a car.

To keep housing affordable for people with disabilities, reimbursements of rental costs are possible. There are also different social rates for water, electricity and gas. We list some reimbursements and social rates.

Costs for home modifications can quickly add up. But sometimes home adjustments have to be made to make life easier. Fortunately, in some cases you are entitled to refunds to reduce costs.

People with disabilities face additional costs. Several measures help them offset these additional costs and the loss of income.

Persons with disabilities may need guidance at home or in a facility. The Integrated Youth Care (IJH) and the Flemish Agency for Persons with Disabilities (VAPH) help them find it.

Many organizations offer discounts and reimbursements for certain communication or leisure facilities.

CM's Social Work department will work with you to find appropriate solutions to problems related to illness, disability or old age. Social Work guarantees a thorough initial response to your request for assistance. In the search for solutions, the social worker takes into account your capacity and the choices you or those around you make.