In a small Italian town, an unexpected yet heartwarming tale has emerged, showcasing the importance of awareness and timely action. A 73-year-old man, who had been toiling away for years, recently learned that he was entitled to a pension dating back to 2018. This revelation came to light thanks to the diligent efforts of the INAS CISL Marche, an organization dedicated to assisting individuals with their pension rights.
Federico Savoretti, a union representative, was instrumental in uncovering the details of this unique situation. The man, whose identity remains undisclosed, had contributed to three different pension schemes, including one specifically for journalists. While juggling multiple contributions can complicate matters, the real issue was a lack of information. According to Savoretti, the man had never applied for his old-age pension, which doesn’t automatically activate for self-employed individuals as it does for public sector workers. “Unlike public employment, where workers are automatically retired at 67, self-employed individuals must take the initiative to apply for their pensions,” Savoretti explains. As a result, this man continued to work regularly until the age of 73 without realizing he had already met the necessary requirements.
The man’s journey took a positive turn when he sought assistance from the patronage service, allowing him to consolidate his contributions. This process enabled him to combine payments from various schemes into a single pension. Each fund calculated its respective share, and the INPS handled the final payout. The most astonishing news was yet to come: he received a staggering sum of €124,000 in back payments for the years he had accrued benefits but had not applied for them. “This case highlights the importance of reaching out to patronages and being informed in due time,” Savoretti remarks. “The right to a pension only exists if it is requested. In cases involving self-employed workers, back payments can be recognized, provided that they do not opt for options that do not allow this.” Despite the complexity of having contributed to three different funds, he now receives a single pension, which Savoretti emphasizes is unified.
The consolidation process ensures that individuals receive one pension calculated based on their total contributions. “This was truly a team effort,” adds Roberta Carnevali, the Territorial Manager of INAS Macerata. “We brought together various professionals to analyze every scenario and achieve a fair and concrete result for the citizen. This is the added value of the patronage: a center of expertise capable of transforming bureaucracy into real protection.”
As Carnevali concludes, “Getting informed in a timely manner can make the difference between losing a right and having it recognized, even years later. I want to remind everyone that the patronage system is available to the public for various issues, including civil disability, income support, and protection against workplace injuries and illnesses.”
Meanwhile, another peculiar story has caught international attention: an ex-nurse who disguised himself as his deceased mother to renew her identification card for pension collection.
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