{"id":6729,"date":"2025-11-16T07:46:33","date_gmt":"2025-11-16T06:46:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/care\/"},"modified":"2026-07-06T11:55:43","modified_gmt":"2026-07-06T09:55:43","slug":"care","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/employee-service-portal-home-page\/care\/","title":{"rendered":"Care"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-contrast-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c8945d417185cbb294ceb9d211f81a39\">Basic Knowledge &amp; Practical Information on Caring for Family Members<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/awo-lifebalance-shooting-Tag-1-3-4-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6404\" style=\"aspect-ratio:4\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/awo-lifebalance-shooting-Tag-1-3-4-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/awo-lifebalance-shooting-Tag-1-3-4-408x272.jpg 408w, https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/awo-lifebalance-shooting-Tag-1-3-4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/awo-lifebalance-shooting-Tag-1-3-4-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/awo-lifebalance-shooting-Tag-1-3-4-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p style=\"border-radius:0px;margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">No one thinks about caregiving without a reason. <strong>A loved one may suddenly need care<\/strong>, and as a family member or partner, you\u2019ll <strong>quickly<\/strong> need <strong>a lot of information<\/strong> to respond appropriately and take all the necessary steps. We know this situation very well. If someone close to you needs care, we\u2019d like to use the information in this section of awo lifebalance to support you <strong>step by step<\/strong> <strong>in mastering<\/strong> the often challenging <strong>demands placed on family members who are responsible for providing care<\/strong>. We don\u2019t assume you have any prior knowledge of caregiving.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rest assured: There are many options for help and support for caregivers in Germany.  <strong>You won&#8217;t be left alone.<\/strong>  On the following pages, we&#8217;ll provide you with the necessary basic knowledge and tell you what&#8217;s important.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group aur-service-pflege has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background aur-service-pflege is-style-default\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Through our comprehensive range of counseling and referral services, we support family caregivers and those affected:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-check-list red\">\n<li><strong>Care Counseling:<\/strong> Guidance on Care Levels, Long-Term Care Insurance Benefits, and Legal Issues<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Organization and Referral<\/strong>: Assistance in finding long-term care facilities, outpatient services, and respite care options<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Relief Coaching for Family Caregivers: Support <\/strong>for Emotional, Interpersonal, and Social Stressors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Support in the Care Setting<\/strong>: Advice on home modifications, assistive devices, and mobility in daily life, as well as managing medical conditions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Digital Family Counseling on Caregiving Issues<\/strong>: By Phone or Video\u2014Flexible and Hassle-Free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"aur-service-pflege\">Please contact our experts directly and confidentially\u2014we\u2019d be happy to assist you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons aur-service-pflege is-horizontal is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-20be11b6 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-secondary-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/kontakt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Schedule a consultation<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aur-service-lebenslagencoaching\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-secondary-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:08002961133\">Call directly for free<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator aligncenter has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background aur-service-pflege is-style-default\"\/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-bottom-color:#e4e4e4;border-bottom-width:1px;margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-top:0;padding-bottom:0\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-contrast-color has-text-color has-link-color has-x-large-font-size wp-elements-636f169b28100d5dbce9c4f44a312681\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:6px\">Important Downloads<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-87beb0d0 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<p style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\"><strong>A Practical Checklist on Long-Term Care<\/strong> \u2014a concise guide to what you need to keep in mind when filing applications, signing contracts, and selecting services.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 is-style-download-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Checkliste_Heimvertrag-1.pdf\">Important Information About the Residential Care Agreement<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 is-style-download-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-left wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Checkliste_Auswahl-eines-ambulanten-Pflegedienstes-1.pdf\">Choosing an outpatient home care service<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 is-style-download-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Checkliste_Auswahl-eines-Pflegeheims-1.pdf\">Choosing a Nursing Home<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:0px;border-bottom-color:#e4e4e4;border-bottom-width:1px;margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-top:0;padding-bottom:0\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:6px\">Understanding and Organizing Care Needs<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-query mobile-swipe-container is-layout-flow wp-block-query-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"columns-3 wp-block-post-template is-layout-grid wp-container-core-post-template-is-layout-572542b5 wp-block-post-template-is-layout-grid\"><li class=\"wp-block-post post-6971 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-placement-procedure\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=apply-for-a-care-level\" target=\"_self\" >Apply for a care level<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-8dcb804b8ba7872a2ab6126beb74feb3 wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color has-contrast-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">For the purposes of the law, individuals in need of care are those whose ability to function independently&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=apply-for-a-care-level\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-6921 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-placement-procedure\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=find-support-for-organizing-care\" target=\"_self\" >Find Support for Organizing Care<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-8dcb804b8ba7872a2ab6126beb74feb3 wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color has-contrast-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">You can use so-called care portals on the Internet to research both outpatient care services and inpatient care&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=find-support-for-organizing-care\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-7023 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-placement-procedure\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=the-medical-examination-by-the-medical-service\" target=\"_self\" >The medical examination by the Medical Service<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-8dcb804b8ba7872a2ab6126beb74feb3 wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color has-contrast-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">The assessment usually takes place at the home of the person in need of care. As a family&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=the-medical-examination-by-the-medical-service\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-7022 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-placement-procedure\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=understanding-the-benefit-notice\" target=\"_self\" >Understanding the Benefit Notice<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-8dcb804b8ba7872a2ab6126beb74feb3 wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color has-contrast-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">The written decision on benefits will inform both the person in need of care and you of the&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=understanding-the-benefit-notice\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:0px;border-bottom-color:#e4e4e4;border-bottom-width:1px;margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-top:0;padding-bottom:0\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:6px\">Long-Term Care Insurance Benefits<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-query mobile-swipe-container is-layout-flow wp-block-query-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"columns-3 wp-block-post-template is-layout-grid wp-container-core-post-template-is-layout-572542b5 wp-block-post-template-is-layout-grid\"><li class=\"wp-block-post post-6973 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-long-term-care-insurance-benefits\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=understanding-and-using-care-allowance\" target=\"_self\" >Understanding and Using Care Allowance<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-8dcb804b8ba7872a2ab6126beb74feb3 wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color has-contrast-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">Long-term care insurance has been in place in Germany since 1995. Through this program, individuals recognized as needing&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=understanding-and-using-care-allowance\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-6972 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-long-term-care-insurance-benefits\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=receiving-in-kind-care-benefits\" target=\"_self\" >Receiving in-kind care benefits<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-8dcb804b8ba7872a2ab6126beb74feb3 wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color has-contrast-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">Anyone who wishes to receive long-term care services for the first time must submit an application to the&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=receiving-in-kind-care-benefits\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-6976 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-long-term-care-insurance-benefits\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=respite-services-in-outpatient-care\" target=\"_self\" >Respite Services in Outpatient Care<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-8dcb804b8ba7872a2ab6126beb74feb3 wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color has-contrast-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">For care levels 2 through 5, the following services are available to assist with home care: Characteristics of&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=respite-services-in-outpatient-care\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-6962 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-long-term-care-insurance-benefits\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=respite-services-for-temporary-and-short-term-care\" target=\"_self\" >Respite Services for Temporary and Short-Term Care<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-8dcb804b8ba7872a2ab6126beb74feb3 wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color has-contrast-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">Respite care allows for substitute care at home by family members, friends, or a home care service when&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=respite-services-for-temporary-and-short-term-care\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-6961 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-long-term-care-insurance-benefits\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=respite-care-services-in-group-homes\" target=\"_self\" >Respite Care Services in Group Homes<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-8dcb804b8ba7872a2ab6126beb74feb3 wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color has-contrast-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">If the person in need of care livesin a residential group home with outpatient support, they are entitled&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=respite-care-services-in-group-homes\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-6908 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-long-term-care-insurance-benefits\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=inpatient-care-services\" target=\"_self\" >Inpatient Care Services<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-8dcb804b8ba7872a2ab6126beb74feb3 wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color has-contrast-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">Residential care and day care offer various care options for people who need care. Full-time inpatient care is&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=inpatient-care-services\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-6907 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-long-term-care-insurance-benefits\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=monthly-benefits-by-care-level\" target=\"_self\" >Monthly Benefits by Care Level<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-8dcb804b8ba7872a2ab6126beb74feb3 wp-block-post-excerpt has-text-color has-contrast-color\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">The exact amount of financial assistance provided by long-term care insurance is determined, without exception, by the care&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=monthly-benefits-by-care-level\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:0px;border-bottom-color:#e4e4e4;border-bottom-width:1px;margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-top:0;padding-bottom:0\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:6px\">Long-Term Care Costs &amp; Financing<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-query mobile-swipe-container is-layout-flow wp-block-query-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"columns-3 wp-block-post-template is-layout-grid wp-container-core-post-template-is-layout-6d3fbd8f wp-block-post-template-is-layout-grid\"><li class=\"wp-block-post post-6980 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-youll-have-to-come-up-with-that-yourself\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=understanding-the-use-of-income-and-assets\" target=\"_self\" >Understanding the Use of Income and Assets<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">Costs for nursing care, household assistance, and personal care that are not covered by long-term care insurance will&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=understanding-the-use-of-income-and-assets\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-6978 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-youll-have-to-come-up-with-that-yourself\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=take-advantage-of-tax-breaks\" target=\"_self\" >Take Advantage of Tax Breaks<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">For home care that you pay for privately in addition to the benefits provided by the long-term care&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=take-advantage-of-tax-breaks\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-6918 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-youll-have-to-come-up-with-that-yourself\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=apply-for-social-benefits\" target=\"_self\" >Apply for Social Benefits<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">Long-term care assistance is a so-called needs-based social benefit paid by the social services office. People in need&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=apply-for-social-benefits\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:0px;border-bottom-color:#e4e4e4;border-bottom-width:1px;margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-top:0;padding-bottom:0\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:6px\">How to Balance Caregiving and Work<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-query mobile-swipe-container is-layout-flow wp-block-query-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"columns-3 wp-block-post-template is-layout-grid wp-container-core-post-template-is-layout-6d3fbd8f wp-block-post-template-is-layout-grid\"><li class=\"wp-block-post post-6917 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-balancing-care-and-work\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=organizing-short-term-time-off\" target=\"_self\" >Organizing Short-Term Time Off<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">All employees who provide care are legally entitled to time off work for a short period, regardless of&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=organizing-short-term-time-off\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-6843 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-balancing-care-and-work\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=balancing-care-and-work\" target=\"_self\" >Balancing Care and Work<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">It is only possible to effectively balance work and caring for family members with a high degree of&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=balancing-care-and-work\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-6855 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-balancing-care-and-work\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=taking-care-leave-family-care-leave\" target=\"_self\" >Taking Care Leave &#038; Family Care Leave<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">Employees have a legal right to partial or full leave of up to six months if they are&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=taking-care-leave-family-care-leave\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:0px;border-bottom-color:#e4e4e4;border-bottom-width:1px;margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-top:0;padding-bottom:0\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:6px\">Relief for Family Caregivers<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-query mobile-swipe-container is-layout-flow wp-block-query-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"columns-3 wp-block-post-template is-layout-grid wp-container-core-post-template-is-layout-6d3fbd8f wp-block-post-template-is-layout-grid\"><li class=\"wp-block-post post-7028 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-family-caregivers\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=planning-for-the-care-of-family-members-with-dementia\" target=\"_self\" >Planning for the Care of Family Members with Dementia<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">Caring for a family member with dementia is particularly stressful. Since there are many conditions that share symptoms&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=planning-for-the-care-of-family-members-with-dementia\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-7027 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-family-caregivers\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=take-advantage-of-counseling-services\" target=\"_self\" >Take Advantage of Counseling Services<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">The purpose of care counseling is to help you, as a family member, as well as those in&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=take-advantage-of-counseling-services\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-6919 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-family-caregivers\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=social-security-options\" target=\"_self\" >Social Security Options<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">Caring for a family member who needs care brings changes and challenges for you on various levels.<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=social-security-options\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-6898 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-family-caregivers\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich\" target=\"_self\" >Take Advantage of Counseling Services<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">The purpose of care counseling is to help you, as a family member, as well as those in&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:0px;border-bottom-color:#e4e4e4;border-bottom-width:1px;margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-top:0;padding-bottom:0\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:6px\">Finding the Right Type of Care and Living Arrangement<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-query mobile-swipe-container is-layout-flow wp-block-query-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"columns-3 wp-block-post-template is-layout-grid wp-container-core-post-template-is-layout-6d3fbd8f wp-block-post-template-is-layout-grid\"><li class=\"wp-block-post post-6979 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-general-information-on-types-of-care\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=finding-the-right-residential-facility\" target=\"_self\" >Finding the Right Residential Facility<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">No one takes the decision to place a family member in need of long-term care in a residential&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=finding-the-right-residential-facility\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-6977 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-general-information-on-types-of-care\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=organizing-home-care\" target=\"_self\" >Organizing Home Care<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">According to recent studies, the majority of people in need of care prefer to remain in their own&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=organizing-home-care\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-7025 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-general-information-on-types-of-care\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=compare-alternative-living-arrangements\" target=\"_self\" >Compare Alternative Living Arrangements<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">In recent years, various other housing options have become established, such as assisted living, shared housing for seniors,&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=compare-alternative-living-arrangements\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-7031 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-general-information-on-types-of-care\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=organizing-day-care-short-term-care\" target=\"_self\" >Organizing Day Care &#038; Short-Term Care<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">People who need care and are being cared for at home by their family members may also be&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=organizing-day-care-short-term-care\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:0px;border-bottom-color:#e4e4e4;border-bottom-width:1px;margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-top:0;padding-bottom:0\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:6px\">Children with disabilities<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-query mobile-swipe-container is-layout-flow wp-block-query-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"columns-3 wp-block-post-template is-layout-grid wp-container-core-post-template-is-layout-6d3fbd8f wp-block-post-template-is-layout-grid\"><li class=\"wp-block-post post-7029 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-children-with-disabilities\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=care-levels-for-children\" target=\"_self\" >Care Levels for Children<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">For children who require care, the care level is generally determined by comparing their limitations in independence and&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=care-levels-for-children\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-6920 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-children-with-disabilities\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=services-for-children-with-disabilities\" target=\"_self\" >Services for Children with Disabilities<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">As the parent of a child with a disability, a severe multiple disability, or a serious chronic illness,&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=services-for-children-with-disabilities\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:0px;border-bottom-color:#e4e4e4;border-bottom-width:1px;margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-top:0;padding-bottom:0\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:6px\">Planning, Support, and Saying Goodbye<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-query mobile-swipe-container is-layout-flow wp-block-query-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"columns-3 wp-block-post-template is-layout-grid wp-container-core-post-template-is-layout-6d3fbd8f wp-block-post-template-is-layout-grid\"><li class=\"wp-block-post post-6960 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-legal-planning\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=power-of-attorney-for-health-care-guardianship-and-living-will\" target=\"_self\" >Power of Attorney for Health Care, Guardianship, and Living Will<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">If a person suddenly, due to a serious illness or an accident, can no longer make decisions for&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=power-of-attorney-for-health-care-guardianship-and-living-will\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-7030 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-the-final-stage-of-life\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=understanding-hospice-and-palliative-care\" target=\"_self\" >Understanding Hospice and Palliative Care<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">Peoplewith terminal illnesses who are expected to die are entitled to palliative care and support. In medicine, \u201cpalliative\u201d&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=understanding-hospice-and-palliative-care\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-7026 aur_infobereich type-aur_infobereich status-publish hentry tag-the-final-stage-of-life\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group stretch-vertical linkbox has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-80fb368b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-width:1px;border-radius:20px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><h2 style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:500;\" class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-3f851305385f89b7fddc50072f4caca0 wp-block-post-title has-large-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=dealing-with-goodbyes-and-grief\" target=\"_self\" >Dealing with Goodbyes and Grief<\/a><\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt\"><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__excerpt\">Everyone copes differently with the death of a family member. It helps to have other family members and&hellip;<\/p><p class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-text\"><a class=\"wp-block-post-excerpt__more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/awo-lifebalance.de\/en\/?aur_infobereich=dealing-with-goodbyes-and-grief\">More on this<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Basic Knowledge &amp; Practical Information on Caring for Family Members No one thinks about caregiving without a reason. A loved one may suddenly need care, and as a family member or partner, you\u2019ll quickly need a lot of information to respond appropriately and take all the necessary steps. We know this situation very well. 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