behoeftepeil
Behoeftepeil is a Dutch term that refers to the level of need or care intensity required by an individual. It expresses how much assistance, supervision, or nursing support a person needs in daily life and to maintain safety and well-being. The concept is used to inform decisions about care provisions and resource allocation.
The word combines behoefte (need) and peil (level or gauge). It is primarily used in the Netherlands
Behoeftepeil is applied by municipalities, care providers, and insurers to determine the most appropriate care package,
Measurement can involve professionals such as care workers and social workers using standardized instruments or professional
Limitations include potential subjectivity and variability between municipalities, the possibility of outdated assessments not reflecting changing
See also: zorgzwaartepakket, indicatie, intake, care planning.