The Flemish government has announced new plans to improve access to care in Belgium, addressing long wait times for persoonsvolgend budget (personal budgets). As of 2025-05-26 17:21:00, the focus shifts towards faster, more direct support for people with varying levels of care needs.
- Regering beslist inzet persoonsvolgend budget
- Investeren in rechtstreeks toegankelijke hulp
- Snellere budgettoewijzing voor hoge zorgnood
- Beschikbare hulp zonder attesten of tussenkomst
- Hervorming vermindert juridische procedures
- Duizenden extra mensen krijgen zorg
Currently, only those with the highest care requirements receive immediate personal budgets, while others wait years. This delay has led to frustration and legal challenges from around 18,000 applicants seeking timely help.
So, how will these changes affect care availability across Flanders? The government aims to provide quicker, accessible support and reduce the backlog, benefiting thousands more during this legislative period.
Why is this reform crucial now? It balances urgent care demands with streamlined access for others, preventing long waits and reducing court cases. Key points include:
- Direct support available without agency approval or special attestations
- Services include home guidance, group support, day care, and skill training
- Faster personal budgets for those with higher care needs
- Expected thousands more people will receive care during this legislature
Looking ahead, will these measures fully resolve the backlog and legal tensions? Continued monitoring and adjustments will be essential to ensure all individuals receive timely, appropriate care. Stakeholders are encouraged to stay informed and engage with local agencies as these changes roll out.
