Improvement of the Living Environment (Maintenance)
Subsidy from the long-term care insurance fund for barrier-free renovations in the homes of individuals requiring long-term care.
How to proceed
- 1
Plan an action
For example, a stairlift, an accessible shower, or widening a doorway.
- 2
Submit a request with a cost estimate
With the long-term care insurance provider before the program begins.
- 3
Receive a grant
Up to €4,180 per measure (2024); the amount increases proportionally if there are multiple individuals requiring care in the household.
Required documents
- Care Level DeterminationMandatory
- Cost estimateMandatoryOften forgotten
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Fees
Varies by case
Processing time
approx. 3 weeks
Official: max. approx. 1 months
Online application
In person or by post
Common mistakes
- • Renovation work began even before approval was granted
- • Cost estimate submitted instead of an invoice
Common reasons for rejection
- • The measure is not intended to make caregiving easier
- • No cost estimate provided
You can usually file an objection against a rejection.
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
Individuals in need of care who have been assigned an official care level, for whom home care is made easier or possible through home modifications.
Income limit
The limit varies by household and region – see the table at the responsible authority or in the application assistant.
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 3 weeks
Success rate
approx. 80.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •Renovation work began even before approval was granted
- •Cost estimate submitted instead of an invoice
Common reasons for rejection
- •The measure is not intended to make caregiving easier
- •No cost estimate provided
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
Questions & Answers
What is the maximum amount of the grant?▼
Up to €4,180 per measure; if there are multiple individuals requiring care in the household, the maximum amount increases proportionally.