Regels inzake de gemeentelijke ondersteuning op het gebied van zelfredzaamheid, participatie, beschermd wonen en opvang (Wet maatschappelijke ondersteuning 2015)

This Dutch national law (Wet maatschappelijke ondersteuning 2015, or Wmo 2015) sets out how municipalities support residents who need help to manage daily life, stay independent and take part in society. The rules cover self-reliance, participation, sheltered housing and shelter for people in vulnerable situations. Based on the title alone, the law makes municipalities responsible for this support rather than national government. This summary is based on metadata only, not the full legislative text. The law mainly affects residents who need social support, such as people with disabilities, chronic illness, mental health issues or limited social networks, as well as those in need of sheltered housing or shelter. Dutch municipalities are responsible for delivering these services, and care and welfare providers are also affected by how the rules are applied.