Cost explosion in care: Experts are calling for care costs to be capped

Cost explosion in care: Experts are calling for care costs to be capped

According to a report from www.inforadio.de, the costs of nursing homes in Germany have risen sharply. On average, those in need of care and their relatives have to pay over 2,500 euros per month out of their own pockets. This is no longer affordable for many people. Thomas Moormann, an expert from the Federal Association of Consumer Organizations, is therefore calling on politicians to cap pure care costs.

The increase in the cost of care is due to various factors. On the one hand, salaries for nursing staff have increased, which is a positive development. However, the costs of investments, accommodation and food costs have also continued to rise.

Due to the high costs, those affected often only have to go to the social welfare office. Originally, nursing care insurance was supposed to cover the pure nursing costs, but the subsidies from the nursing care insurance companies are not sufficient for this. The Federal Association of Consumer Organizations is therefore calling on politicians to cap care costs.

This development has an impact on both the market and the consumer. Rising costs may mean that fewer people can afford nursing home care. This could lead to increased demand for alternative care options, such as outpatient care. In addition, the financial burden on affected consumers is becoming ever greater, meaning many are dependent on government support.

Politicians are asked to find a solution to the rising costs of care. Capping the pure care costs could be a way to reduce the financial burden on those in need of care and their relatives. However, it is also important that the quality of care does not suffer as a result of a possible cap.

Source: According to a report from www.inforadio.de