Social issues in the life of an ordinary citizen

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Симиренко Ганна

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Publication date: 06.07.2024

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Social issues in the life of an ordinary citizen

Social issues play an important role in the life of every citizen. They include various aspects, such as the birth of children, pension payments, the provision of social benefits and subsidies, as well as issues related to the payment of housing and communal services. Legal support in solving these issues is extremely important, because it allows citizens to effectively protect their rights and receive appropriate assistance from the state.

Conditions for receiving payment

To receive a payment upon the birth of a third child, certain conditions must be met:

1. Citizenship: 
   One of the parents or the person replacing them (guardian) must be citizens of Ukraine.
2. 
   Child registration: 
   The child must be registered in the state registration of civil status (RACS).
3. 
   Birth order:
   The payment is given when the third or next child is born. If the family already has two children, the payment will be provided for the third child, as well as for each subsequent child.
    

Amount of payment

The size of the payment upon the birth of the third child is established by legislation and may vary depending on the economic situation in the country.At the time of writing this article, the amount of the payment is a certain amount, which is paid in stages. 

One-time payment: Part of the payment is given once after the birth of the child.

Monthly payments: The rest of the amount is paid every month during a certain period, which ensures stable financial support for the family. 

Necessary documents

To receive a payment upon the birth of a third child, you need to prepare the following documents:

1. Application for assistance: 
   The application is submitted to the social protection body at the place of residence of one of the parents.
2. 
   Child's birth certificate: 
   The original and a copy of the birth certificate of the newborn child.
3. 
   Parents' passports: 
   Originals and copies of passports of parents or guardians.
4. 
   Identification codes: 
   Originals and copies of identification codes of parents or guardians.
5. 
   Information about the composition of the family: 
   A certificate confirming the composition of the family and the presence of other children.

Application submission procedure

1. Preparation of documents: 
   Collect all the necessary documents, including the application, birth certificate, passports and identification codes.
2. 
   Application submission: 
   Submit an application and documents to the social protection authority at your place of residence.
3. 
   Application review: 
   The social security body considers the application within a specified period (usually up to 10 working days) and makes a decision on granting the payment.
4. 
   Receiving payment: 
   After a positive decision is made, a one-time part of the payment is given to the indicated bank account, and the rest of the amount is paid monthly .Additional aspects
5. 
   Payments for guardians: 
   If the child is under guardianship, the payment at the birth of the third child is granted to the guardian under the same conditions.
6. 
   Change of residence: 
   In the event of a change of residence, parents must notify the social security authority to ensure uninterrupted receipt of benefits.
7. 
   Appeal of refusal: 
   If the social protection authority refuses to grant the payment, the parents have the right to appeal this decision in the prescribed manner, by contacting the court or higher authorities.

Pensions and social benefits

Pensions benefits are the main source of income for many older people. They allow you to ensure financial stability after retirement. It is important to know your rights and the procedure for assigning a pension in order to receive the appropriate payments in a timely manner. Legal assistance may be necessary to understand complex aspects of pension legislation, prepare necessary documents and represent in disputed matters.

The main types of pensions

1. Labor pension: 
   Appointed on the basis of work experience and paid insurance premiums. The size of the labor pension depends on the length of work experience and the level of wages.
2. 
   Social pension: 
   It is provided to citizens who do not have the necessary work experience to receive a labor pension. The size of the social pension is established by the state.
3. 
   Disability pension: 
   It is assigned to persons who have become disabled due to illness, injury or occupational disease. The size of the pension depends on the disability group and length of service.
4. 
   Survivor's pension:
    t is provided to family members of the deceased breadwinner who were dependent on him. The size of the pension depends on the length of service and salary of the breadwinner. 
   Legal assistance in the appointment of a pension
5. 
   Consulting on the conditions for the appointment of a pension: 
   Lawyers provide advice on the requirements of legislation, the required length of service, the amount of insurance contributions and other aspects related to the appointment of a pension. 
6. Assistance in the preparation of documents: 
   Specialists help prepare all the necessary documents for applying for a pension, including employment records, salary certificates, medical reports, etc.
7. 
   Representation in disputed matters: 
   In case of disputes with pension authorities, lawyers represent the client's interests, help resolve conflicts and ensure proper observance of pensioner's rights.
    

Social benefits

Social benefits are an important component of social protection that helps citizens in difficult life situations. Benefits can be granted to various categories of the population, including the disabled, large families, low-income families, etc.

Benefits for the disabled

Disabled people of groups 2 and 3 have the right to various social benefits that contribute to the improvement of their lives and integration into society. These benefits include:

1. Discounts for housing and communal services: 
   Disabled people are entitled to a discount of up to 50% on the payment of housing and communal services, including payment for gas, electricity, water supply and other services.
2. 
   Free travel in public transport: 
   Disabled people of groups 2 and 3 are entitled to free travel in city and suburban public transport, as well as discounts on long-distance transportation.
3. 
   Discounts on medicines: 
   Disabled people can receive discounts on the purchase of drugs, medical preparations and rehabilitation tools necessary to maintain their health.
4. Social assistance and care: 
   Disabled people can receive social assistance and care services, including assistance from social workers, provision of technical means of rehabilitation and other types of support.
   Legal assistance in the registration of benefits
5. 
   Consultations on existing rights: 
   Lawyers provide advice on the rights of disabled people to receive social benefits, help to understand which benefits are provided for by law.
6. 
   Assistance in applying for benefits: 
   Specialists help prepare all the necessary documents for receiving benefits, including medical reports, certificates of family composition, documents confirming the status of a disabled person, etc.
7. 
   Representation of interests in case of controversial situations: 
   In case of refusal to grant benefits or the occurrence of other controversial situations, lawyers represent the interests of disabled people in state bodies, courts and other instances, ensuring compliance with their rights.
    

Purpose of the subsidy

Subsidies for the payment of housing and communal services are an important mechanism for supporting low-income segments of the population. To assign a subsidy, you must submit an application and relevant documents to the social security body. Legal advice can help to understand how to correctly issue a subsidy and what documents need to be submitted.

How to apply for a subsidy

• Preparation of documents: passport, identification code, income certificate, housing documents.
• 
  Submitting an application to the social security body.
• 
  Review of the application and decision on granting the subsidy.
• 
  Lawyers can help prepare all the necessary documents and ensure that the application is completed correctly.

How to check gas subsidy

1. There are several ways to check the gas subsidy: how to check gas subsidy
    
2. Through the official website of the body providing subsidies.
3. 
   By calling the support service.
4. 
   By contacting the local social security office.
5. 
   Lawyers can help in case of problems with subsidy verification, as well as provide advice on possible reasons for refusal to grant a subsidy and ways to solve them.
    

Debts to housing and communal services

The problem of debts to housing and communal enterprises is relevant for many citizens. Legal assistance in such cases includes:

1. Consultations on the rights and obligations of consumers and service providers.
2. 
   Assistance in drafting and submitting applications, complaints and other documents.
3. 
   Representation of interests in court cases regarding debt collection or transfer of payments.