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Subsidy for meals on wheels/ social lunches

Anyone who is unable to do their shopping or prepare a hot meal can apply for a subsidy for meals on wheels or the social lunch programme.

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Description

If you are no longer able to buy groceries or prepare a hot meal due to your age or for health reasons, you can apply for a subsidy for meals on wheels or for the social lunch programme.

The subsidy is part of the cost of living assistance or basic income support according to SGB XII.

You can find more information about applying for assistance with living expenses in accordance with Chapter 3 of the Social Code XII (SGB XII) or basic security benefits in old age and in the event of reduced earning capacity in accordance with Chapter 4 of the Social Code XII (SGB XII) on our " Basic security benefits in old age and in the event of reduced earning capacity" page.

Prerequisites

Persons who fulfil the health requirements and receive ongoing assistance with living expenses or basic security benefits in accordance with SGB XII are entitled to benefits. Persons who do not receive ongoing benefits but are unable to cover the costs of meals on wheels or the social lunch table from their own resources are also entitled to benefits.

Required documents

  • Notice of benefit according to SGB XII,
  • or proof of income and assets.
  • Medical confirmation that the applicant fulfils the health requirements,
  • or a statement from the district social worker confirming that the health requirements have been met.

Legal basis

§ Section 27a (4) SGB XII

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