Free Info. session on Migrants & social welfare

dublin | racism & migration related issues | event notice Wednesday May 21, 2008 16:02 by nayollo - St. Mary's Parish Haddington Rd. Ballsbridge

What are my benefits ,assistance & entitlements as a non- Irish person in Ireland/

Speakers from CrossCare Migrant Project & Housing/ Welfare Project will address these & other topics:
Are you a non- Irish person wondering what benefits and entitlements you and your family are entitled to? Well then, this is the information session for you. A broad range of issues will be discussed relating to eligiblity for benefits, the difference between assistance & benefits; learn what you are entitled to, if you injure yourself on the job, are unemployed and/or get pregnant. Will you receive child benefit if your children are living outside Ireland?If your income is very low you may qualify for Family Income Supplement. See if you are eligible for rent supplement or other assistance. If you have specific questions- the speakers will be able to guide you through the maze.

**FREE INFORMATION SESSION**
MIGRANTS & SOCIAL WELFARE
Speakers from Crosscare Migrant Project & Housing/Welfare Project will address these & other topics:
• Explanation of Habitual Residence Condition- 2 years prior residence in Ireland/Common Travel area to qualify for certain payments incl. child benefit
• Child Benefit & Early Childhood Supplement
• Jobseekers Allowance & Benefit
• Disability payments- Disability Allowance & Illness Benefit
• Family Income Supplement & Maternity Benefit
• Supplementary welfare allowance including rent supplement
There will be an opportunity for you to have your questions answered
Where: St. Mary’s Church, Recreation Centre, Haddington Rd. Ballsbridge Note Access only from St. Mary’s Rd. off Baggot St.
When: Thursday May 29th, 2008, 6.30pm
Who: Newcomers to the parish and the general public
Tel: 087-215-8800- Sr. Margaret for directions/more information