Consumable care aids: free every month
Anyone caring for a relative at home constantly needs consumable supplies: disposable gloves, disinfectant, bed protection pads. The care insurance fund pays for these 'consumable care aids' up to a monthly amount, and many people do not know this.
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What you should do now
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1. Check the care level
The condition is a recognized care level and home care.
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2. Submit the application
Submit an (informal) application for consumable care aids to the care insurance fund.
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3. Choose a provider or box
After approval you can choose a delivery service that delivers monthly and bills directly.
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4. Adjust to your needs
Set up the box to match your actual needs (for example glove size, quantity).
Frequently asked questions
Which care aids does the care insurance fund pay for?
Consumable care aids such as disposable gloves, disinfectant, bed protection pads, protective aprons and face masks, up to a monthly maximum amount and with no co-payment (§ 40 SGB XI). The conditions are a recognized care level and home care.
How do I get the care aids?
You submit an informal application to the care insurance fund. After approval you can choose a provider who delivers the aids to your home as a monthly box and bills directly with the care insurance fund, at no cost to you. The contents can be adjusted to your needs.
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General information for self-help, not legal advice (RDG). In case of a high loss or uncertainty: contact a consumer advice center or a lawyer.