The issue of caregiving can affect anyone – regardless of age. Information, support, and services can provide relief for those in need of care and their family members who provide care and support to others.
In Bremen, the care support centers offer free and impartial advice. There you can get information about care levels, benefits, relief options and support services for everyday life.
The care level assessment is applied for at the long-term care insurance fund. Afterwards, the Medical Service will conduct an assessment appointment. The care support centers can help you with any questions or with filling out the necessary documents.
You can use outpatient care services, household help, support services, as well as short-term and respite care. Many services are subsidized by long-term care insurance.
In Bremen, there are respite care services, day care options, short-term care, and volunteer support. The care support centers can advise you on which services are best suited to your situation.
Besides private apartments, there are assisted living options, shared living arrangements with outpatient support, and residential care facilities. Advice centers in your neighborhood can explain the differences to you.
There are care allowances, in-kind care benefits, subsidies for home modifications, respite care allowances, and various support services. The long-term care insurance fund and care support centers provide information on these.
In Bremen, there are specialized dementia counseling services that can help with initial questions, diagnoses, and support options. Many services also offer support for family members.
Contact the care support centers or advice centers in your neighborhood early on. There you will find support, information and relief services – free of charge and confidential.
In Bremen, there are various contact points and support services available if you, as a parent, are caring for your child due to a disability, impairment, or chronic illness and need assistance. Early intervention centers advise families on developmental or support needs tailored to the specific requirements of the child and the family.
