Single parents

Single parents have a huge responsibility every day. Balancing a job, household chores and childcare requires a lot of strength, organizational talent and stamina. But there are ways to get support to make everyday family life easier.

In North Rhine-Westphalia, there are numerous offers that can help you with the day-to-day challenges. Be it financial support, practical help in everyday life or simply a sympathetic ear - there are many contact points that can support you as a single mother or single father. Take advantage of the options available to you to create space in your everyday family life.

On the Familienportal.NRW you will find a comprehensive overview of this help - from B for Beistandschaft to Z for Zuschuss zur Familienerholung.
In this section, which will be further expanded in the coming months, we have compiled information on financial benefits and contact points for you.

Information on on various topics

The familyportal.nrw on youtube

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Applications and benefits explained simply

There is a wide range of support for parents in North Rhine-Westphalia. But what are the differences between the various benefits, to whom do they apply and how does the application process run smoothly?

You can find clear explanatory videos on some important questions about parenthood on our YouTube channel.