24StundenPflege

24StundenPflege denotes a form of in-home care in which a caregiver lives in the home of a person who requires long-term assistance and provides continuous support around the clock. The model is characterized by 24-hour presence, with care tasks carried out by professional caregivers who typically reside temporarily in the patient’s home.

Care arrangements usually involve a live-in caregiver who stays in the client’s home for extended periods, often with a separate living space; to ensure 24/7 coverage, the care may be provided by a team of caregivers who rotate shifts, or by two caregivers sharing duties and providing rest periods.

Typical services include assistance with daily activities (bathing, dressing, eating), mobility support, medication reminders, cooking, housekeeping, and accompaniment to appointments, as well as social support.

Financing is usually through private funds or through the German long-term care insurance (Pflegeversicherung). Depending on the Pflegegrad, insured persons can receive care benefits as Sachleistungen or Pflegegeld, and 24-hour care is often funded by a combination of these benefits and private payments. Employment of foreign caregivers is common and subject to labor and immigration rules, including employment contracts, work permits, wage standards, and regulations on living and rest times.

Considerations include questions of care quality, transparency of providers, and the working conditions for caregivers. Families and individuals typically verify licensing and accreditation, ensure proper employment arrangements, and plan for ongoing supervision and coordination of care.