People from Ireland-Do you know-Maternity?

Question

Hi all,

I keep hearing about these benefits in Ireland that you can get housed,get a free buggy,baby items etc whilst pregnant.

Does anyone know how to avail of these as i have searched sites and sites and cant find anything.

Do you know do u have to be unemployed or anything to avail of these or just on low income?

I work full time and take home 347EUR weekly.

Thanksx

Answer 1

it might be something to do with social services.....  contact your local office they would be able to offer advice...

Answer 2

im irish but only 15. i think your talking about council houses? you need to put your name on a list for that.

Answer 3

No of course you don't get housed and free things just because you are pregnant. It is dependent on your circumstances e.g. pay, if you have a partner etc. You are entitled to some benefits if you are an irish citizen and you can find these on the governmental websites under social security.

Answer 4

if your on social welfare you get it as far as i no..but not if your earning alot of money..they send you a check for a certain amount of oney so that you can buy all the stuff youl need..we got it coz wer on rent allowance and welfre..i doubt u would though..go to your local welfare office nd ask them..