Old IJsselstreek residents gain easy access to financial support with new online tool
Residents of Old IJsselstreek can now quickly discover which municipal and national allowances they qualify for, thanks to a new online tool. The VoorzieningenWijzer helps reduce financial stress by providing clarity on available support, preventing unclaimed benefits worth hundreds of euros annually.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Tool Name | VoorzieningenWijzer |
| Launch Date | 12 March 2026 |
| Target Group | All residents of Old IJsselstreek |
| Key Benefits | Overview of municipal and national schemes, reduced fixed expenses |
| Support Available | Free assistance from volunteers and form-filling assistants |
| Access Link | devoorzieningenwijzer.nl/gemeente/oude-ijsselstreek |
| Contact for Assistance | Social Work Old IJsselstreek, T (0315) 745 783, E voor ondersteuning |
| Statistics | Many households on minimum income miss out on schemes (CBS data) |
The municipality of Old IJsselstreek is responsible for implementing local welfare policies and ensuring residents can access available financial support. By launching the VoorzieningenWijzer, the municipality aims to simplify access to schemes and reduce administrative barriers for citizens.
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Old IJsselstreek launches online tool for overview of schemes and allowances
Anyone entitled to municipal schemes or national allowances no longer needs to puzzle things out themselves. Old IJsselstreek has launched the VoorzieningenWijzer, an online tool that allows residents to see at a glance what they are entitled to and how they can reduce their fixed expenses.
During a meeting with a volunteer and form-filling assistant, the VoorzieningenWijzer was officially launched.
John Haverdil, alderman: “With the VoorzieningenWijzer, we make it easier for residents to gain insight into schemes and allowances. No one should miss out on support because the system is too complicated. An overview brings peace of mind and prevents people from leaving money on the table. National figures from Statistics Netherlands (CBS) show that many households on a minimum income fail to claim one or more schemes. We want to prevent that in Old IJsselstreek.”
Who is it for?
The VoorzieningenWijzer is available to all residents of Old IJsselstreek, whether they receive benefits or work and have financial worries. The tool is useful when facing rising energy or healthcare costs, changes in income, retirement or divorce, or difficulty making ends meet.
Do it yourself or together
Residents can complete the VoorzieningenWijzer independently online, but they can also do so with the help of volunteers or form-filling assistants. They provide free and confidential assistance with filling in the forms and discussing the results.
Nardie van Burk, coordinator Form-Filling Assistance Social Work Old IJsselstreek: “Many people are unsure exactly what they are entitled to. Looking together provides clarity and confidence. You don’t have to figure it out alone.”
Overview of available schemes and how to apply
The VoorzieningenWijzer brings together all local schemes and national allowances in one overview, such as municipal minimum income schemes, exemptions and funds. This way, everyone can immediately see what support is available and where to turn.
Residents can access the VoorzieningenWijzer via devoorzieningenwijzer.nl/gemeente/oude-ijsselstreek or contact Social Work Old IJsselstreek, T (0315) 745 783, E voor ondersteuning.