Degrees of care replace care levels The previous three care levels were replaced by five care grades in January 2017. They offer a more precise and comprehensive assessment of a patient’s abilities and impairments. Depending on the care level, a person in need of care receives varying degrees of support from the care insurance. Anyone … Care Levels (Nursing Grades)
Wheelchair ramps, walk-in showers, widened doors – if you need to make more complex adaptations to your home, you should seek help from a housing advice center. The advisors usually have a better eye for necessary modifications and undiscovered sources of danger. They are usually also available to answer financial and organizational questions. These offices … Home adaptation – remodeling the four walls
The German population is shrinking and aging. At the end of 2021, there were still just under 83 million people living in Germany, roughly the same number as in 2020 and 2019, due to a higher death rate than birth rate in 2021 (with immigration making up the difference). In 2060, there will be only … Demographics – Aging Population
Guardianship – the reasons In Germany, in 1992, guardianship as legal care for the welfare of the person concerned replaced the guardianship and infirmity guardianship that had been in force until then. The advantage of guardianship is that the person under guardianship has more rights and the guardian has greater control. In addition, a care … Guardianship law – Important information
What is outpatient care? Many people in need of care who live at home are supported by outpatient care – either because relatives are unable to provide care at home or are unable to do so on their own. The term “mobile care” is sometimes also used for “outpatient care”. Outpatient care: Tasks Outpatient care … Outpatient Care: Costs, Duties & more
There are hardly any extended families any more and when there are, the grandparents, uncles and aunts are often scattered far and wide across the country – if they exist at all. Working people have to be flexible and mobile, but want their children to be well looked after. Older people, on the other hand, … Multigenerational Houses – The Grand Family Project
For many people, the bathroom is relatively small and remodeling is more difficult. First, change the door hardware and install it so that the door swings open to the outside. This frees up space and also has a safety benefit. If you fall in the bathroom and lie in front of the door, helpers will … Home adaptation – bathroom and shower
Living rooms often house too many and too bulky pieces of furniture: the enormous wing chair, overhanging cabinets, the upholstered couch. In many cases it is worthwhile to do without one or the other piece and gain space for it. Always make sure your furniture is sturdy and can’t topple over. – Armchairs and sofas: … Home Adaptation – Living Room
What are people in need of care entitled to? The care benefits, subsidies or reimbursements that people in need of care receive depend on their individual care level. It reflects how much care the person in question requires. The greater the care required, the higher the person is classified. Is help and support in everyday … Nursing FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions
A ” Activating care Activating care is a must for all forms of care – in hospital, nursing home or outpatient at home. It is about caring for the person in need of care according to his or her existing abilities. He is supported only where he absolutely needs help and learns to overcome or … Nursing Glossary – from A to Z
Even in old age, not everything has to be downhill all the time. Those who move as much as possible within their capabilities can achieve noticeable improvements. Strokes or falls resulting in broken bones rob many older people of their mobility, at least temporarily. Even a short period of inactivity has a negative effect on … Seniors – Staying Fit with Rehabilitation
Living will – the law The living will has been regulated by law since September 1, 2009 in paragraph (§) 1901a of the German Civil Code (BGB). It can be written by any adult capable of giving consent and can also be revoked informally at any time. It is only valid if it is in … Living will – what you should know
