Aid to Ukraine

The war in Ukraine is still going on. We help where we can by hosting refugees in our local community. We do this out of our social and human duty.

The Security Region of South Limburg is working with the 16 municipalities on a regional, coordinated reception of Ukrainian refugees. The municipalities are providing reception locations; the security region is matching supply and demand.

Shelter locations in Kerkrade

Currently, the municipality of Kerkrade is hosting over 400 refugees for the medium and long term. Among other places, they are accommodated in a temporary shelter on Hammolenweg. The location will remain in use until March 2027. Refugees living in Pieterstaete will be moved to another place in 2025. Pieterstaete will be closed after that.

Accommodating refugees from Ukraine in own home

Do you already have refugees in your home? Report this to the municipality.

Individuals hosting refugees are urged to report to the municipality. Often the refugees come directly into their homes and this does not go through the Safety Region. The municipality provides registration and offers the necessary support. Registration can be done through email address vestigingen@kerkrade.nl

Accommodating refugees without asylum permits

Ukrainians who have fled to the Netherlands do not have to apply for asylum in the Netherlands right away. They are allowed to stay here for 90 days without a visa. The Immigration and Naturalization Service (IND for short) is flexible with this period. When necessary, they extend these 90 days to 180 days.

Accommodating refugees with asylum permits

For refugees with an asylum permit (status holders), there is a lodging arrangement. This means that refugees stay with friends, family or a host family during the time they are waiting for housing. They are then entitled to basic services from COA, such as weekly allowance and medical Health.

Would you like to host one or more refugee(s) with an asylum permit? Then report to TakecareBNB This organization mediates between refugees and host families.

Frequently Asked Questions Ukraine

We have listed frequently asked questions and the answers for you.

I would like to make my living space available, where can I report this?

You can offer shelter through Takecarebnb and Vluchtelingenwerk Nederland These organizations mediate between refugees and host families. Inform yourself well before taking refugees into your home. Hosting also has an impact on your own (family) life. Vluchtelingenwerk Nederland and Takecarebnb can give you further information on this.

I have refugees in my home, where can I report this?

Individuals hosting refugees are urged to report to the municipality. Often the refugees come directly into their homes and this does not go through the security region. The municipality provides registration and offers the necessary support. Registration can be done via email address: vestigingen@kerkrade.nl

Can I receive compensation for hosting refugees?

It can be agreed with the refugee that (part of) the living allowance will be used as a contribution to the household.

Important: This is entirely voluntary and a mutual agreement. The municipality pays out the amount to the refugee, but is not a party to the distribution or agreements about it.

How to communicate with Ukrainian refugees?

Google Translate can help with communication. Also, the various language cards from Touch to Tell and the icon card from ISAAC-NF can help with communication.

I want to offer help to refugees, where can I apply?

Refugee Council Netherlands has a website where you can offer your support. You can also offer help at Foundation Ukrainian Community Netherlands In addition, you can make a donation via giro 555

What risks should refugees consider?

Refugees can be vulnerable to people who supposedly want to offer help but do not have good intentions. The flyer below, Be safe on the run, contains tips and advice in 3 languages to prevent refugees from being taken advantage of.

What are the Ukrainian refugees getting?

Municipality regulates reception of Ukrainian refugees

This is determined by the State. The costs incurred by the municipality for this are also paid by the State. These include costs for gas, water, light, furnishings and reception facilities. The municipality receives € 315 per refugee per week. This is regulated nationally. Refugees do not have to pay anything themselves for reception.

Ukrainian refugees receive living allowance from state  

There is a national living allowance scheme. Refugees receive a weekly amount to live on. But when the refugee receives income from work, for example, through a new job, he/she no longer receives living allowance.

The municipality does not reimburse medical Health

Ukrainian refugees are insured through the RMO (Regeling Medische Health Ontheemden). This scheme reimburses all necessary medical expenses. More information is on the website of the RMO

Studying for refugees

We regularly receive questions about studying at mbo, hbo or university by Ukrainian refugees. On the website of the Rijksoverheid you can find more information about the intake in mbo and higher education for students from Ukraine

What if I need help myself?

Are you worried about the war in Ukraine and anxious or fearful about it? Talk about it with family, friends or acquaintances. While doing so, try to keep your daily routine as much as possible.

If you cannot work it out on your own or with your own network, consult your (family) physician. You can also contact Stichting MIND Korrelatie, where psychologists are available free of charge and can refer you if necessary.

At The Listening Line you can tell your story to a trained volunteer. The Listening Line can be reached 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 088-0767 000

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