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Hopeless mom
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My boyfriend (29) and I (24) currently live in a house that we're renting "under the table" (without official registration). So, we're not registered at that address.
I'm currently 22 weeks pregnant and we're happy together.
I have a zero-hours contract until September 1st.
My boyfriend is going back to Spain next year due to personal reasons.
So, I'm registered with my parents... we're looking for a home for me and my daughter, but it's almost impossible. This gives me more rights to benefits because I have no one to rely on.
I've worked incredibly hard my whole life and even got my diploma.
I just don't know where to look right now.
I feel so insecure. I just want a safe place... where we can stay.
My question... does anyone know any agencies I can contact to get access to housing?
The municipality won't give me urgent status because I don't have psychological problems and I'm not homeless. (Said bluntly, but it's true)
I'm currently 22 weeks pregnant and we're happy together.
I have a zero-hours contract until September 1st.
My boyfriend is going back to Spain next year due to personal reasons.
So, I'm registered with my parents... we're looking for a home for me and my daughter, but it's almost impossible. This gives me more rights to benefits because I have no one to rely on.
I've worked incredibly hard my whole life and even got my diploma.
I just don't know where to look right now.
I feel so insecure. I just want a safe place... where we can stay.
My question... does anyone know any agencies I can contact to get access to housing?
The municipality won't give me urgent status because I don't have psychological problems and I'm not homeless. (Said bluntly, but it's true)
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Marije #2
Hey girl
This is unfortunately the great policy of the Netherlands.
Terrible.
I myself also ended up on the street with 2 kids after the divorce. No help, no urgency.
Because you're registered with your parents, you won't get it because you have a roof over your head. I hope you've found something soon.
Keep pesting the municipality that it's an unbearable situation for you and your child. Keep them on their toes.
And post a call on FB for a house.
Strength, girl. I know what you're going through. -
Tooby #3
Housing associations. -
Marije #4
Yes, housing associations have a waiting period of 6 to 8 years.
They also take urgency into account.
So for now, there's no solution for her. -
Tooby #5
Most housing associations have a lottery for homes. -
Amy #6
Often, the municipality has a district team or neighborhood team or something like that.
Get in touch with them. They can support you in many ways, and sometimes they can help you get the urgency for housing sorted out.
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