One-time energy subsidy for low-income residents

Low-income residents in Leidschendam-Voorburg, Voorschoten, and Wassenaar will receive a one-time payment of €800 per household to help pay their energy bills. This energy subsidy is provided by the Dutch Energy Agency ( Rijksoverheid). The municipalities will handle the disbursement.

This involves a one-time payment of €800 per household for residents with an income of up to 120% of the social minimum. 

Council members Floor Kist (Leidschendam-Voorburg), Paul de Bruijn (Voorschoten), and Inge Zweerts de Jong (Wassenaar): “We’ve noticed that many residents need the additional energy allowance. That’s why we’re pleased that we can now begin disbursing these payments to ease our residents’ financial concerns. In addition, we advise residents to make payment arrangements with their energy provider just to be on the safe side.”

Apply

Residents with a " Social assistance benefit " will automatically receive the allowance per household in their bank account before May 1, 2022. Residents who do not have a " Social assistance benefit " but do have a low income can apply for the energy allowance starting in mid-May via lv.nl/energietoeslag. 

Help with Applications and Financial Matters

Residents who will need assistance in applying for the one-time energy allowance can contact “ Make an appointment ” with “Voorschoten voor Elkaar” by phone at 071 561 90 01 (Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) or by email at info@voorschotenvoorelkaar.nl. Visit www.voorschotenvoorelkaar.nl for more information about the location and hours of the Formulierenbrigade’s consultation hours. Staff members can also help them navigate financial matters and, for example, contact their energy provider.

Other arrangements

The municipality also offers a program for residents with low incomes up to 130% of the social minimum. For residents of Voorschoten, there is the Social Participation Program. This funding is intended for social, cultural, and sports activities. More information about this program is available at www.lv.nl/minima.