Subsidy for arranging working conditions makes it easier to reconcile work and work ability
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The subsidy for arranging working conditions is helpful when an employee’s disability or illness requires changes at a workplace. The subsidy provides concrete assistance and helps with expenses, making it possible for an employee to continue working or to hire a new employee with the necessary accommodations.
The subsidy for arranging working conditions is meant for situations where an employee’s disability or illness requires changes at the workplace. The subsidy can be used for things like purchasing tools or furniture, making workplace alterations or allowing another employee to assist a new employee in their work.
The subsidy aims to eliminate or reduce obstacles to working. It can be used in recruitment situations and when an existing employee needs support to continue working.
Financial support and opportunity to avoid skill drain
For employers, the subsidy for arranging working conditions offers flexibility and relief for everyday solutions. The subsidy covers part of the costs incurred by making accommodations or changes at a workplace and lowers the threshold of making necessary changes in time.
The subsidy can help you hire a person with specific work ability or ensure that a skilled employee will be able to continue doing their job despite illness or disability.
How to apply for the subsidy for arranging working conditions
You can apply for the subsidy for arranging working conditions from the employment authority with an online form. The employment authority assesses the need for the subsidy and can request additional clarification before making a decision.
With regard to tools, furniture and alterations, you have to apply for the subsidy within one month of incurring the costs. If one employee is assisting another, you have to apply for the subsidy afterwards each month.