Applications in Schwäbisch Gmünd: residues and lack of staff

Applications in Schwäbisch Gmünd: residues and lack of staff

in Schwäbisch Gmünd there was a high number of housing benefit applications between January and July this year. According to information from the city, applications were made during this period and 1565 applications were processed. Some of them were even older applications from the previous year. This reduces the number of open residues to 778 applications, which indicates a partially improved processing situation.

An explanation for the residues in the application process is due to the lack of personnel. A total of eleven people work in the Office for Family and Social Affairs who are responsible for housing benefit, which corresponds to about nine full -time positions. In the past twelve months there have been change from three employees and occasional vacancies that have to be occupied again. One position is currently still advertised, so that around a third of the employees have to be re -learned, which can slow down the processing process.

Completeness of the documents crucial

Another factor that can extend the processing times for housing allowance applications is the completeness of the submitted documents. Depending on the size of the household, type of employment and ownership or tenancy, different documents must be provided in accordance with the federal specifications. Every application receives a list of the required documents that are listed exactly to avoid delays. However, it is pointed out that despite this pre -selection, additional information must be submitted in some cases.

The importance of these applications should not be underestimated: housing benefit recipients are entitled to further services, such as grants from the federal education and participation package. These can actually be more valuable than the housing benefit itself. In addition, there is the possibility to apply to the local youth welfare office for exemption from fees for daycare centers, which can create further financial relief for affected families.

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