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Allowances and rights
Disabled people have the right to live a normal life irrespective of their disability. Disability allowance is paid to disabled people aged 16-64. The allowance is intended as financial compensation if a disability causes special costs or the need for help. Disability allowance and advice on how to apply for it are available from KELA. In addition to disability allowance, support for informal care and special services may be available from local authorities.
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- General power of attorney for handling of matters related to Kela benefits
Power of attorney through which e.g. elderly parents authorise their children to handle all their matters related to Kela.
Social Insurance Institution of Finland Kela - Special power of attorney to handle matters with Kela
Restricted/time-limited power of attorney through which another person is authorised to handle a specific matter with Kela
Social Insurance Institution of Finland Kela - Services for people with disabilities
The responsibilities of municipalities in social welfare for the disabled; rehabilitation and assistive devices, special care for handicapped people, family care allowance.
Ministry of Social Affairs and Health - Disability allowance
Disability allowance for children under 16. Disability allowance for disabled or chronically ill persons aged 16 years or over.
Social Insurance Institution of Finland Kela
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