Bettina Meier

Bettina Meier is a 42-year-old mother from southeastern Bavaria, navigating the challenges of raising her son Max, who has special needs due to a medical condition. After a career as a bakery saleswoman, she now finds herself reliant on Bürgergeld while managing the complexities of her son's care, including numerous medical appointments and therapies. Bettina's struggle highlights the difficulties faced by many single parents who require support, as well as the ongoing public debate surrounding social welfare in Germany.