Assistance for the blind - Assistance in other life situations
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Gesundheit und Vorsorge
Procedure
People with low income and assets can apply for assistance for the blind at the relevant social center or specialized service in their place of residence. The severely disabled person's ID card with the symbol "bl", the notice from the integration office or the expert opinion on exempted blindness must be presented.
Legal bases
More information
The competent authority may request documentation, e.g. proof of impaired vision, proof of income and assets, etc.
Benefits from long-term care insurance will be credited against assistance for the blind.
