Becoming Ill During Unemployment Benefits in Zoetermeer: To Sickness Benefits and Back
In Zoetermeer, with its dynamic labour market around Stadshart and Binckhorst, you can become ill during your unemployment benefit (WW) and switch to Sickness Benefits (ZW). This article discusses the conditions, application via UWV Zoetermeer, benefit amount and local reintegration options.
Conditions for ZW Transition in Zoetermeer
You must be unfit for work (able to work less than 65%) and report this to UWV Zoetermeer (Stadhuisplein 1) within 2 working days. No employer anymore? Then loss-of-earnings Sickness Benefits apply, ideal for Zoetermeer flex workers from sectors such as IT and logistics.
Amount and Duration of ZW Benefit
The ZW benefit is 70% of your daily wage, with a maximum of the WW daily wage. Duration: maximum 104 weeks. Reintegration proceeds via UWV Track 2, with local partners such as Werkse Zoetermeer for job-finding programmes.
Application Process at UWV Zoetermeer
Start the application via 'Mijn UWV' with a medical certificate from your GP in Zoetermeer. UWV assesses within 14 days. Report your work capacity weekly; for questions call the UWV office in Zoetermeer.
Back to WW or Further?
Recovered? Reactivate your WW right within 4 weeks. Long-term ill? After 2 years possible WIA assessment. Note double claim rules to prevent overlap, specifically relevant for Zoetermeer benefit recipients. (218 words)