Individuals requiring long-term care due to hearing disabilities may receive income-independent nursing allowance of 215.84 PLN monthly.
Key Information at a Glance
The nursing allowance in 2026 is available to individuals requiring constant or long-term care due to disability. Unlike many other benefits, it is independent of income and does not have income eligibility criteria.
Nursing Allowance 2026 – Current Criteria and Eligibility
The nursing allowance in 2026 is intended for individuals who require constant or long-term care due to their disability. Its purpose is to reduce care costs. Importantly, unlike many other benefits, the nursing allowance is independent of income.
Does Hearing Impairment Qualify for Nursing Allowance?
Right to the benefit is held by individuals with hearing impairments that cause significant limitations to independent living. The assessment commissions (PZON) evaluate whether the condition substantially affects daily functioning.
Application Process for 215.84 PLN
The application process for the nursing allowance proceeds in two stages. First, submit an application to the District Team for the Assessment of Disability (PZON). After receiving the assessment, submit an application to MOPS or GOPS, or online through the Empatia portal.
Nursing Allowance Amount in 2026
The benefit is granted based on the Act on Family Benefits. The nursing allowance in 2026 amounts to only 215.84 PLN per month. No indexation of the benefit has been announced at this time. The earliest possible increase is in 2027.
When Is the Nursing Allowance Refused?
The benefit will not be granted if the hearing impairment does not cause significant limitations to independent living or if the applicant does not meet the disability assessment criteria established by PZON.