Care Allowance: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how to receive monthly cash payments if you are providing care for a relative with a recognized care degree in Germany.
The Care Allowance provides monthly cash payments to individuals who receive care from relatives or friends at home.
Who it's for
This scheme is for people who have been assigned a recognized care degree (specifically levels 2 through 5) and are being cared for by family members or friends rather than professional services.
What you get
You receive a monthly cash payment to help cover the costs of care. The exact amount you receive depends on your specific care degree, with payments ranging from €332 to €947.
What it costs you
There is no fee to apply for this allowance. However, you will need to go through an assessment process by a medical service and manage a significant amount of paperwork.
The catch to know
To receive these cash payments, you must be able to prove that professional care services are not the primary source of help for the person being cared for.
How to apply
- Contact the relevant care insurance fund to request an assessment.
- Complete the necessary documentation regarding the care required.
- Undergo an official assessment to determine the care degree.
- Once approved, the monthly payments will be issued to the recipient.