Netherlands

Salo Muller survived the Holocaust in hiding as a child in the Netherlands. Both of his parents were murdered in Auschwitz. Photos: Stichting Joods Maatschappelijk Werk/Dutch Jewish Social Services (JMW)


Direct Compensation Programs and Social Services Support Holocaust Survivors in the Netherlands

In the Netherlands, the provision of direct compensation to Holocaust survivors is facilitated through several funds and programs. The Article 2 Fund, the Hardship Fund, the Region-Specific Pension Program, and the Child Survivor Fund play crucial roles in ensuring survivors receive the financial support they deserve. Additionally, survivors in the country also benefit from Hardship Fund Supplemental payments.

Stichting Joods Maatschappelijk Werk/Dutch Jewish Social Services (JMW) is a vital organization that provides comprehensive social services to the Jewish elderly in the Netherlands, many of whom are Holocaust survivors. JMW plays a crucial role in ensuring survivors receive the support they need to enhance their quality of life. The organization also offers case management services, allowing for personalized care tailored to the unique needs of each survivor.

The Claims Conference is actively involved in supporting survivor programs in the Netherlands, particularly in partnership with JMW. Through their collaboration, the Claims Conference provides essential backing to JMW’s home care program, which offers crucial assistance and aid to survivors. Additionally, the Claims Conference supports JMW’s case management services, enabling survivors to receive comprehensive care and assistance.

In the Amsterdam area, the Liberal Jewish Community of Amsterdam and the Jewish Community of Amsterdam organize socialization events specifically designed for Holocaust survivors. These events, which have recently transitioned back to in-person gatherings, aim to foster a sense of community and alleviate the isolation that survivors may have experienced during the pandemic. The organizations’ unwavering dedication to ensuring survivor well-being has had a profound impact on the survivor community in Amsterdam.

Through a strong partnership with organizations in the Netherlands, the Claims Conference actively contributes to addressing the unique needs of Holocaust survivors. The Claims Conference provides essential funding and resources, and dedicated organizations like JMW, the Liberal Jewish Community of Amsterdam and the Jewish Community of Amsterdam provide the vital care and services survivors require. By working hand in hand, the Claims Conference and its partner organizations demonstrate a steadfast commitment to ensuring survivors receive comprehensive support.