Special Aids: What You Can Apply for and How to Succeed
When a wheelchair or hearing aid is out of reach
“My grandpa had a stroke and can no longer walk. The doctors recommended a wheelchair, but a new one costs tens of thousands of crowns, and the insurance doesn’t cover it all. Our family chipped in, but what about those who don’t have that option? We only later found out about the special aids allowance — no one ever told us.”
Unfortunately, this is very common. People with severe disabilities often don’t know they’re entitled to financial support for buying assistive devices or modifying their home or car. The Labour Office does offer support — but only to those who apply properly and meet the criteria.
Looking for information on special aids allowances in the Czech Republic? This article explains who qualifies, what you can apply for, how much you may receive, how the medical assessment works, and when it’s smart to contact a lawyer. I also help with objections and court claims if the authorities say NO.
What are special aids and who is eligible?
What qualifies as a “special aid”?
Includes:
Medical and compensatory aids – wheelchairs, walkers, hearing aids, lift systems…
Home modifications – widening doors, ramps, stairlifts, barrier-free bathrooms
Car modifications or financial aid for purchasing a vehicle
The aid must reduce or eliminate the impact of a disability. A medical assessor at the Czech Social Security Administration (OSSZ) decides based on medical records and a social inquiry.
Who qualifies?
A person with a severe long-term disability
Holder of a ZTP or ZTP/P card
The aid must be needed for at least 1 year
Income limits apply depending on the type of aid
How much can you get?
For most aids, co-financing is required
Some grants (e.g. stairlifts, car modifications) may reach tens of thousands CZK
In exceptional cases, up to CZK 400,000
⚠️ RISKS AND COMMON MISTAKES
❌ Incomplete documentation – missing medical reports or social inquiry can lead to denial
❌ Inappropriate aid – the authority may decide you “don’t need it”
❌ Bad timing – buying the aid before applying can disqualify you
❌ Exceeding income limits – especially for expensive aids
✔️ LAWYER’S RECOMMENDATION
I frequently help clients with special aid applications.
📌 If your application is denied or the office claims the aid isn’t necessary, don’t give up — a well-crafted objection or legal action often makes the difference.
I can help you prepare everything from A to Z, including choosing the right aid, gathering documents, and submitting the application — all for a fixed fee.
Ask for help – it’s your right
📩 Contact me if:
You’re unsure whether you qualify
You need help submitting the application
You’ve been denied and want to appeal
You’re not alone — and there is a way forward.
Contact a legal professional – I specialize in administrative law.
Learn more here.
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- Naposledy aktualizováno: 13/07/2025
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Special Aids: What You Can Apply for and How to Succeed
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