How did the city of Haarlem support Frans Hals late in his life?

In his later years, the Dutch painter Frans Hals faced significant financial hardship, exacerbated by a decline in commissions as public taste shifted toward more elegant styles. Despite his long career and reputation, he struggled with debt, eventually leading to the auction of his possessions in 1654.1

The city of Haarlem eventually provided support for the aging artist by recognizing his right to public assistance in 1662. At that time, the city granted him a yearly pension, which helped provide for him until his death.1