Carer‘s allowance (Peňažný príspevok na opatrovanie)

What

Financial aid is provided by the state monthly to help cover the expenses related with assistance and care of a dependant family member from the same household.

Who

If you take care of your family member you can apply for this financial aid if you have a family dependant that needs assistance due to a physical, mental, psychological or sensorial disability. It is always calculated individually.

How

You can apply in writing at a Labour Office by place of your stay. It is advised to consult the relevant Labour Office beforehand.

Where

Labour Office, more information (in Slovak) at:
www.employment.gov.sk/sk/rodina-socialna-pomoc/tazke-zdravotne-postihnutie/penazne-prispevky/pp-opatrovanie