Caring for relatives: using free care courses
Suddenly becoming a caring relative overwhelms many people, both technically and emotionally. Yet you do not have to gather the knowledge yourself: the care insurance funds offer free care courses that help with exactly this.
Reach your next steps and the matching ready-made texts in just a few minutes, free of charge:
Request a care course →Your chances of getting your money back
What you should do now
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1. Contact the care insurance fund
Ask the relative's care insurance fund about care courses and training.
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2. Choose a format
Group course, online course or individual training at home; pick what suits you.
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3. Arrange an appointment
Arrange the training; it is free of charge for you.
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4. Check further support
At the same time, ask about care aids and relief services.
Frequently asked questions
Are care courses for relatives free?
Yes. Caring relatives and volunteer caregivers are entitled to free care courses and training from the care insurance fund (§ 45 SGB XI). The courses teach practical care knowledge and tips for everyday life; there are no costs for you.
How do I get a care course?
Contact the care insurance fund of the relative in need of care and ask about care courses or individual training. This can take place as a group course, online or at your home, regardless of the care level. While you are at it, also ask about care aids and other relief offers.
Take action now
We put together the ready-made texts and the right places to contact for you.
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.