What services are available as part of assistance to overcome specific social difficulties?
June 28, 2022 | 40,00 EUR | answered by Albrecht Dietrich
Dear Social Law Attorney,
I am contacting you with a question regarding the benefits under the Assistance for Overcoming Special Social Difficulties program. My name is Roberta Schlittmaier and I am currently facing a difficult situation that is putting a heavy financial and emotional burden on me.
Regarding my current situation: I am a single mother of two children and I am currently receiving unemployment benefits. Due to personal problems and health limitations, I am struggling to manage my daily life and take care of my children properly. The financial strain and social challenges are taking a toll on me, and I do not know how to get out of this situation.
The current situation is very challenging for me and my family. I am worried about the future of my children and my own health and financial situation. I feel overwhelmed and abandoned, and I do not know what support options are available to me.
Therefore, my question to you is: What specific benefits are available to me under the Assistance for Overcoming Special Social Difficulties program? Are there financial support, counseling services, or other assistance that can help me improve my situation and get through this crisis? I would be very grateful if you could provide me with information and possible solutions to support me during this difficult time.
Thank you in advance for your assistance and guidance.
Sincerely,
Roberta Schlittmaier
Dear Mrs. Schlittmaier,
Thank you for your message and your trust in my expertise in the field of social law. I understand that you are in a difficult situation and seeking support to overcome your current challenges. I would like to provide you with a detailed answer to your question regarding the benefits of assistance in overcoming special social difficulties.
Assistance in overcoming special social difficulties is a benefit under the Social Code Book (SGB) XII and is intended to support people in difficult life situations to enable them to participate in social life. As a single mother of two children currently receiving unemployment benefits II, you may be entitled to this assistance under certain conditions.
The benefits of assistance in overcoming special social difficulties include various measures that can be tailored to your individual needs. These may include financial support in the form of one-time grants or loans to bridge acute emergencies. Additionally, you can also take advantage of counseling and support services to discuss your personal problems and work together to find solutions.
It is important to emphasize that assistance in overcoming special social difficulties is a supplementary benefit and does not exclude other forms of support such as basic security benefits or the education and participation package. Therefore, it may be advisable to combine various forms of support to improve your situation holistically.
To access specific benefits, I recommend contacting the responsible social welfare office or local employment agency. There, you can apply for assistance in overcoming special social difficulties and explain your situation in detail. The case workers will then work with you to develop an individual support measure tailored to your needs.
I hope this information is helpful to you and encourages you to take the first step in seeking support. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any further questions or uncertainties. I am here to support you during this difficult time.
Best regards,
Albrecht Dietrich
Attorney specialized in social law
