SwitzerlandKanton Aargau 56 · Canton of Aargau: Welfare state
The canton of Aargau has parenthood allowance (Elternschaftsbeihilfe). Where do you apply for it?
In the exam (German)
Der Kanton Aargau kennt die Elternschaftsbeihilfe. Wo stellt man das Gesuch dafür?
- aAt the municipality (Gemeinde) of residenceBei der Gemeinde am WohnsitzCorrect answer
- bAt the cantonal hospital (Kantonsspital) in AarauBeim Kantonsspital in Aarau
- cAt the cantonal police (Kantonspolizei) stationBeim Posten der Kantonspolizei
- dAt the father's employerBeim Arbeitgeber des Vaters
Why?
The parenthood allowance supports parents with a low income in the first months after a birth, when one parent mainly looks after the child. The municipality (Gemeinde) where the parents live is responsible. The allowance does not have to be repaid.
Translated with AI. In the exam the question is in German, as shown above.
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