Living for people with disabilities
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.
Can't find what you're looking for here or do you have any questions? Contact the Social Work department.
Rent subsidy
If you move from an unsuitable home to a suitable rental home, you can request a refund of the rental costs in Flanders. It consists of a monthly rental subsidy and a one-off installation premium.
Conditions and more information via the Flemish government website.
Rental premium
Low-income families who wait at least four years for social housing may be eligible for a Flemish rental premium.
Conditions and more information via the Flemish government website.
Property tax
In the Flemish Region, reductions are granted on real estate for tenants and owners:
- with family members with a disability, diagnosed before the age of 65;
- or with two or more children who are entitled to child benefit.
Conditions and more information via the Flemish government website.
Natural gas and electricity
Do you have a limited income or do you receive benefits? Then you are entitled to the social rate for energy (natural gas and electricity). Usually you don't have to do anything and this is granted automatically.
You can check for yourself whether you are entitled to it via the website of the FPS Economy.
Conditions and more information via the Flemish government website.
Social heating fund
People with a low income are eligible for an allowance for their heating oil.
Conditions and more information via the heating fund website.
Water bill
Those who meet the conditions receive a discount on their water bill. The water company usually awards the social rate automatically.
Conditions and more information via the Flemish government website.
