Benefit for Care of Minors with Cancer/Illness: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Working parents in Spain can receive a subsidy to help cover lost wages when they must reduce their working hours to care for a child with a serious illness.
This scheme provides financial support to working parents who need to reduce their working hours to provide care for a child suffering from cancer or a serious illness.
Who it's for
This benefit is designed for working parents who find it necessary to reduce their professional hours in order to look after a child with a serious illness.
What you get
You can receive a subsidy intended to compensate for the loss of salary that occurs when you reduce your working hours to provide this care.
What it costs you
There is no direct fee to apply, but you will need to provide medical certification issued by a public hospital to prove the child's condition.
The catch to know
The child receiving care must be under 23 years of age to qualify for this specific support.
How to apply
- Obtain medical certification from a public hospital regarding the child's illness.
- Gather your employment and family documentation.
- Submit your request through the official social security channels.