Trägerabgleich

Trägerabgleich is a term used in German public administration to describe the process of aligning information and responsibilities among the various organizations that carry out public or semi-public tasks, referred to as Träger. The aim is to determine which Träger is responsible for delivering a service or financing a measure in a specific case and to coordinate their involvement accordingly. This helps prevent double funding, avoid gaps in support, and ensure continuity of care or assistance for individuals and families. The concept is applied in several policy areas, particularly in social welfare, education, and health care.

In practice, a Trägerabgleich involves data exchange and verification between participating agencies, assessment of eligibility, and the assignment or reallocation of tasks and resources. It can occur at local or regional levels as part of case management or through formal interagency agreements. The process may rely on standardized forms, data checks, and written decisions on funding responsibilities, and it often requires the consent of the person affected due to privacy considerations.

Benefits of the Trägerabgleich include clearer delineation of responsibilities, reduced redundancies, more predictable access to services, and improved budgeting and planning. Challenges can include data protection concerns, incompatibilities between IT systems and administrative procedures, and potential delays due to bureaucratic processes.

See also: SGB II, SGB VIII, Bildungspaket, Jugendhilfe, interagency coordination.