Petra Dvořáková: She can barely walk, yet she is not eligible for a care allowance. This is because she is from Ukraine

Monday, Jul 21, 2025

Ukrainian refugees face systemic barriers accessing social benefits, despite high employment rates and vulnerable needs.

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A personal account details Daryna’s difficult life supporting her mother, an elderly Ukrainian refugee with Alzheimer’s disease who arrived in the Czech Republic. Despite Daryna’s efforts and long work history, her mother faces severe care needs that the current system struggles to meet affordably. The article also discusses the broader political debate surrounding social benefits for Ukrainian refugees in the Czech Republic, noting public discourse often frames it negatively while experts argue that vulnerable individuals require systemic support beyond temporary measures. While some politicians advocate for stricter controls or return to Ukraine, advocacy groups call for full integration into the national social security system, highlighting that many refugees work but remain poor.


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