In Neu-Isenburg we expect about approx. 4 weeks processing time for Apply for a care allowance – responsible: Pflegekasse (Ihre Krankenkasse).
Quick answer
Documents you need
Care Level Determination · Identification card or passport
Costs
332 €, Pflegegrad 5: 947 € monatlich (Stand 2024)
approx. 4 weeks in Neu-Isenburg
In Neu-Isenburg we expect around approx. 4 weeks processing time – based on reports from the region, not on official figures.
Official: max. approx. 4 weeks
Apply for a care level (if you haven't already)
To be eligible for a care allowance, you must have at least a care level of 2.
Apply for long-term care benefits from the long-term care insurance fund
Submit a written request or use the form provided by your health insurance company's long-term care division.
Payout
Monthly payment, amount based on the level of care.
Who is eligible?
People in need of care (care level 2 or higher) who are cared for at home by family members or volunteer caregivers.
Income limit
Success rate
approx. 80.0 % (estimate)
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
Based on the care level, e.g., Care Level 2: €332, Care Level 5: €947 per month (as of 2024).
Responsible authority
Regional specifics
Benefits in kind provided by a professional care service instead of cash benefits
Substitute care in the event of the caregiver's absence