pflegebedürftiger
A "Pflegebedürftiger" is a person who requires assistance with daily activities due to physical, mental, or cognitive impairments. The term is commonly used in Germany and refers to individuals who receive formal or informal nursing care as a result of illness, disability, or aging. The level of care needed can range from support with basic activities, such as bathing or eating, to comprehensive 24-hour supervision and medical management.
In the German healthcare system, the classification of a Pflegebedürftiger is based on an assessment by the
Pflegebedürftigkeit can result from various conditions, including chronic illnesses, neurological disorders like dementia, mobility impairments, or
Legal provisions and social protections for Pflegebedürftige aim to ensure access to appropriate care, rights, and