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Polish nursing staff costs at a glance

The 24-hour senior care It is becoming increasingly popular through a Polish caregiver. Many people want to like to stay at home in old age and are cared for by a loving caregiver. How much do the costs of a Polish caregiver from Poland amount to? We would like to give you a comprehensive overview of the financing options as well as the placement of Polish caregivers.

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Polish caregiver costs: The most important information in a nutshell

  • Professional nursing staff from Poland is a cost-effective alternative to inpatient or outpatient care in Germany

  • The costs for a Polish caregiver vary depending on the scope of the work Support and are usually between 2,000 and 3,000 € per month

  • Funding with care allowance is possible if certain conditions are met

  • WiCare, as a brokerage agency, takes care of the processing and ensures fair costs.

What does a Polish caregiver cost in the 24-hour service Support? – All the information at a glance

Can I even afford that?, a caregiver who takes care of me, my partner or my parents around the clock? What can and must a Polish caregiver cost? These and other questions are asked to us again and again.

As an agency for the placement of professional caregivers from Poland, we offer: cost-effective alternative to inpatient or outpatient care in Germany. The Polish caregiver Costs depend on various factors, such as the level of care, the number of hours required per day or week, and the individual requirements for the caregiver.

We at WiCare offer you a Transparent and fair pricing. The exact price is tailored to your needs and requirements individually and communicated transparently before the start of the service.

You must expect the following costs for 24-hour care:

  1. Free of charge and Logis in the apartment / in the house of the person to be cared for
  2. In addition, monthly costs of 2,000 to 3,000 Euro. These depend on

 

  • the services to be provided
  • the amount of care required
  • the German language skills of the caregiver
  • The qualification of the caregiver

 

In the Costs already include all taxes and contributions to health insurance. and social security contributions. In addition, there are travel costs every 2 to 3 months for the caregiver's arrival and departure with each change of caregiver.

Are there any subsidies?

The Polish nursing care costs can be – depending on the level of care – reduce by 500 to 1,000 euros per month. Because a care worker can apply for care allowance and disability care allowance. You can also 20 % of the costs for your Polish caregiver (up to a maximum of 4,000 EURO per year) claim it tax-deductible.

We guarantee you a Highly qualified and loving Support To their loved ones at a fair price. The Polish nursing care costs are usually significantly lower than the costs for inpatient or outpatient care in Germany. Our nursing staff from Poland are specially trained for home care and bring with them years of experience.

Contact us They would like to work with us for a personalized quote and let our experienced advisors advise you on the Polish caregiver costs and our services.

What are the subsidies?

For the home care There are various Subsidies, which, depending on the level of care provided, also take into account other requirements and the needs of your loved one. In addition, they are partially combinable and can be increased. Our care advice team is happy to help you with all the information you need. Subsidies to obtain.

Care grade 1 2 3 4 5
Care grade
      –
347€
599€
800€
990€
Care services
      –
796€
1.497€
1.859€
2.299€
Amount of relief
131€
131€
131€
131€
131€
Improving the living environment
4.180€
4.180€
4.180€
4.180€
4.180€
Preventive care* by other persons
      –
1.685€
1.685€
1.685€
1.685€
Short-term care*
      –
1.854€
1.854€
1.854€
1.854€

The Polish nursing staff costs are made up of various factors, such as: Level of care, individual care needs and the qualifications of the caregiver.

The higher the level of care and the amount of care required, the higher the costs are usually. In addition, the following factors play a role: Experience and the qualifications of the caregiver a role in pricing.

Another cost factor is the Type of care, Whether it is, for example, hourly Support or 24-hour care. Here too, the Polish caregiver’s costs can vary accordingly.

It is, however, important to mention that Polish nursing care is generally significantly cheaper than nursing services in Germany. Additionally, at WiCare we offer: individual advice on financing the caregiver through care allowance and tax relief.

Our Polish caregivers support you and your loved ones in the 24-hour senior care at home. They offer a Wide range of services, which are tailored to the individual needs and requirements of our customers. One of the main tasks of a caregiver is to provide support with body care, mobility, and nutrition. This includes, among other things, the Getting dressed and undressing, washing, showering and bathing, toilet training as well as support with food intake. In addition, our nursing staff also housekeeping tasks like shopping, cooking, cleaning and washing.

Our nursing staff is also on hand to support you with medical care. They help you take medication and assist with daily activities. Organization of doctor visits. In addition, they handle the communication with the medical staff.

Our caregivers are not only responsible for the Physical and medical care They are responsible not only for the psychological well-being Support of the elderly, but also for their physical well-being. They offer an open ear for concerns and fears and devote time and attention to the elderly. Their responsibilities also include leisure activities and accompanying the elderly in activities outside the home.

Depending on the level of care, the effective burden can be reduced by about €500 to over €1,000 per month.

Costs of a Polish caregiver according to the level of care

The Costs for a Polish caregiver varies depending on the level of care the person to be cared for. This is because the level of care required and therefore the time required by the caregiver varies depending on the degree of impairment. As a rule, the level of care required is Support: Higher level of care more complex and therefore also more costly. However, it is important to note that the costs of a Polish caregiver are higher compared to other forms of care. often perceived as significantly cheaper. A detailed list of costs depending on the respective level of care, as well as examples, can be found in the following sections.

Cost Polish caregiver Care level 1

Even at the lowest level Care grade 1 The costs for a Polish caregiver can add up. Because here too required the person to be cared for is an continuous and professional support in daily basic care and Support. The costs for a Polish caregiver at care level 1 can range between 2,000 and 2,300 euros move in the month.

These Costs can depending on individual Betreuungneeds and requirements of the person to be cared for vary. The exact costs should be discussed in advance with the Mediator These issues will be discussed to ensure an individual and tailored Support approach.

Level of care 1:

from approx. 1,394€ per month

Cost example

Monthly cost for 24h-Support*
2,290.00 Euro
minus the care allowance
– 316.00 Euro
minus tax benefit
approx. – 300.00 Euro
Computational monthly effort
approx. 1,674.00 Euro
Travel costs (return and return trips every 2–3 months)**
+ 150.00 Euro

Cost Polish caregiver Care level 2

If the person to be cared for Care grade 2 has, the costs for a Polish caregiver can be be slightly higher than in case of care level 1. Because at this level of care, the requirements for the care are somewhat higher and the care worker must provide correspondingly more services. The costs can be between 2,200 and 2,500 euros per month.

It is important to know that the costs for a Polish Caregiver at level 2 of care cannot be determined in a general way. They can be adjusted according to the individual needs of the person being cared for and the desired Betreuungstyle. vary. Polish nursing care costs can be reduced through subsidies from the nursing care insurance and tax relief.

Level of care 2:

from approx. 1,394€ per month

Cost example

Monthly costs for 24h-Support* with good German language skills
2,490.00 Euro
minus the care allowance
– 316.00 Euro
minus tax benefit
approx. – 300.00 Euro
Computational monthly effort
approx. 1,874.00 Euro
Travel costs (return and return trips every 2–3 months)**
+ 150.00 Euro

Cost Polish caregiver Care level 3

Even with Care grade 3 Can a Polish caregiver be cost-effective option represent for home care. The costs for a 24-hour caregiver can be between 2,500 and 3,000 euros in the month. Here too, the actual costs can vary depending on individual needs and the needs of the caregiver and the person being cared for vary.

For people with level 3 care needs, it is important to know that they Right to care allowance have. The care allowance is a monthly Financial support for home care and is based on the level of care required.

Level of care 3:

from approx. 1,265€ per month

Cost example

Monthly costs for 24h-Support* with good German language skills
2,490.00 Euro
minus the care allowance
– 545.00 Euro
minus tax benefit
approx. – 300.00 Euro
Computational monthly effort
approx. 1,645.00 Euro
Travel costs (return and return trips every 2–3 months)**
+ 150.00 Euro

Cost Polish caregiver Care level 4

In the case of an Care grade 4 the care-in need persons are considered „severely dependent on care“ classified. This means that they are classified as significant impairment of self-employment have to rely on the help of others in many areas. The costs for an 24-hour care In this level of care, the exact price may be higher due to the Polish caregiver. The exact price depends on various factors, such as the caregiver's qualifications. Caregiver and the need for support.

As a rule, costs can be between 2,500 and 3,500 euros calculate per month. However, there can also be differences here, depending on which tasks and Care services provided by the caregiver takes over.

As with all levels of care, there are also different options available here. to finance the costs. The health insurance covers a portion of the costs and there are also tax relief options that can be taken advantage of.

Level of care 4:

from approx. 1,182€ per month

Cost example

Monthly costs for 24h-Support* with good German language skills
2,590.00 Euros
minus the care allowance
– 728.00 Euro
minus tax benefit
approx. – 300.00 Euro
Computational monthly effort
approx. 1,562.00 Euro
Travel costs (return and return trips every 2–3 months)**
+ 150.00 Euro

* Depending on qualifications, language skills and experience.
** Travel costs are charged separately.

Please note that our Betreuungcaregivers and household helpers in Poland are covered by health and social insurance.
Your salary is taxed and all social security contributions are deducted.

Advantages of a Polish caregiver

A Polish caregiver offers numerous advantages when it comes to 24-hour care at home:

These Advantages This helps Polish caregivers to become an attractive option for 24-hour home care.

Options for financing Polish caregivers

The 24-hour senior care Having a Polish caregiver can sometimes represent a significant financial burden for the people in need of care and their families. However, there are various ways to cover the costs for a Polish caregiver. to finance and reduce.

One option is the care allowance, This benefit is paid by the health insurance company and varies depending on the level of care required. In addition, there are various tax incentives that can be used to reduce costs.

Another possibility is The use of subsidies by the care insurance. The care insurance provides financial support in certain cases for the use of care workers. For this, an application must be submitted to the Nursing insurance must be submitted and certain requirements must be met.

In addition, there is the possibility of paying for a Polish caregiver. to finance through a loan. A loan can help to spread the financial burden over several years and thus reduce the impact on the family budget. monthly charges to reduce.

Financing of 24-hour care

Nursing care is an enormous challenge for the caregivers, and in Germany it remains a private matter. Care is often continued for financial reasons. managed by relatives in addition to normal daily life. The caring family member is not aware that the Deployment a care worker can be funded by care subsidies from the care insurance funds. In this way, insured persons under the statutory or private care insurance can receive benefits such as care allowance. It is only necessary to classify the insured persons according to a level of care. For home 24-hour care, depending on the level of care, financial benefits of between 316 and 901 euros can then be applied for. We are happy to advise you regarding the financing of the home care worker.

Financing using care allowance

One way to reduce the costs of 24-hour care provided by a Polish caregiver is to finance it with care allowance. The care allowance is a Monthly financial support for those in need of care and serves to cover the costs of home care. The amount of the care allowance varies depending on the level of care and can be up to 901 euros per month are equal.

However, certain requirements must be met in order to be entitled to care allowance. For example, the need for care must be proven by the Medical Service of the Health Insurance (MDK) Furthermore, the need for care must be classified as at least level 2. In addition, the care must be provided by a family member or an outpatient care worker.

One Polish caregiver Therefore, care allowance can be funded if the aforementioned conditions are met. In this case, the costs for the caregiver must be borne by the caregiver themselves, but the care allowance can be used to cover the costs of the caregiver's travel expenses. Care allowance as a subsidy to be used.

When does the care insurance contribute to the costs for the Polish caregiver?

Almost 80% of all seniors in Germany are cared for at home… And yet in Germany, nursing care remains a private matter and for those who provide it. For relatives, this is a tremendous feat of strength. Often, caring for parents must be managed in addition to the normal daily routine. WiCare comes into play here, providing mediation. care-supportive household assistance!

Many caregivers are unaware that the Nursing care funds provide nursing allowances. You should definitely use these. Insured persons under a statutory or private care insurance can receive benefits such as care allowance. To do this, the insured persons must be classified into a care level upon request. Depending on the care level, money benefits of between 316.00 EUR and 901.00 EUR can be applied for for home care, for example by a Polish caregiver. This is called Care allowance for home care. Ask your health insurance provider specifically about coverage for Costs for your Polish caregiver.

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Families in Germany make an irreplaceable contribution when it comes Support to caring for sick, elderly, and disabled relatives. These Home care is anything but easy and the caring family members need a period of recuperation in between to regain new strength.

Who will take over the care of you and Support your loved one during this time?

The Preventive care It can always be used when caring relatives want to take a vacation, become ill themselves, or for other reasons cannot be present. The prerequisite for the Enlisting the services of preventive care The requirement is that the caregiver has cared for the person in need in their home environment for at least six months before the first occasion of preventing the person from leaving the home. For preventing care, a nursing home can be used, for example. This is especially suitable if a longer period It is also possible to provide an ambulant nursing service. This can care for the family member being cared for in their usual surroundings, i.e., where they are also cared for by their family members. Preventive care is a statutory reimbursement claim; The health insurance fund reimburses up to 1612 EUR for the use of this support (also hourly, but at most 8 hours a day and 6 weeks per calendar year).

Polish nursing staff and the legal framework

Under the freedom of services in the European Union, Polish companies are allowed to send employees to Germany to provide services, for example for elderly care. These employees are legally employed by the companies in Poland. These are employment activities subject to tax and social security obligations in Poland. These are documented using the EU form A1, which is issued by the Polish customs authority and legitimizes the stay. The caregiver is therefore working within the framework of the EU Services Directive, the Employment Regulations BeschV, the freedom of establishment (Art. 43-48 EGV) and the posting law of the home country within the European Union.

With the The A1 certificate indicates to the Polish caregiver that she is exempt from social security obligations in the host country.

In addition, these caregivers also have a European health insurance card issued by the Polish health insurance company that is valid in Germany. However, the direct employment of independent Polish caregivers is not permitted, as in this case false self-employment can be suspected.

That's why I work WiCare only with selected Polish Partner companies together. Our caregivers are employed legally and dispatched legally. You can also sign the contract directly with our Polish partner company – however, we provide advice and support you every step of the way. Together with you, we ensure that your Polish caregiver and the costs can be billed in a proper and legal manner.

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A familiar environment in old age

Who lives their life in one Having spent time in familiar surroundings, they harbor concerns about isolation and loneliness, when a person needs to move to a nursing home. Especially in old age, established relationships are invaluable, indeed irreplaceable. They enable one to feel young again despite all the complaints and play an important role in managing illnesses. By having a Polish nursing care worker in one’s own home and the familiar support of friends and family, it is possible to maintain a sense of well-being and to feel young again. Maintaining important contacts in the neighborhood remains important. Spontaneous visits from neighbors, familiar sounds from the street, the lovingly maintained garden, and the slowly emerging sense of community. Older people connect the installation of the apartment With their personal history, memories give them confidence and convey a sense of identity, while familiarity provides security. By engaging Polish caregivers, these immensely important factors can be preserved for quality of life and enjoyment of life – and this at manageable Costs for Polish caregivers.

Conclusion: Polish caregivers as senior care

The Polish caregivers offer a valuable support for people in need of care in Germany. With her professional care and loving Support They enable a dignified life in one's own home. Despite the high quality of care, many families have questions about the costs. There are various options available. Funding opportunities, such as care allowance or cost coverage by the care insurance. A mediation through an intermediary agency, such as WiCare, offers a professional and secure solution. At WiCare, quality, transparency, and individual advice are the focus., to meet the needs of the elderly and their families. Please feel free to contact us for a free consultation regarding Polish caregivers and related issues. Costs.

FAQ

Yes, a Polish caregiver usually lives in the same house as the person they are caring for. The caregiver needs their own room as well as the ability to move freely within the house and provide care. This is necessary to ensure quick and reliable care.

The placement of a Polish caregiver through an agency is simple and straightforward. WiCare specializes in the placement of 24-hour caregivers. We inform you about the different caregivers and their experiences and help you choose the right one Care worker. Once you have decided on a caregiver, we set up contact with the caregiver and facilitate a first meeting. If you and your loved ones are satisfied with the caregiver, a contract is signed and the caregiver can move in with you. WiCare is by your side throughout the entire placement process and offers support with any questions or concerns.

Here you can learn more about home care for seniors: How does it work?

Finding a Polish caregiver can be challenging. One option is to use an agency specializing in the placement of Betreuungcaregivers. These agencies often have an extensive network of experienced and qualified Betreuungcaregivers who meet the needs and requirements of the care recipient.

A personal conversation with the potential caregiver Care worker is important to find out if the person has the right attitude and the necessary skills. Together with your loved one, discuss the requirements for the caregiver and make a list of the most important criteria.

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The cost of a Polish caregiver per month depends on various factors, such as the level of care required for the person being cared for, the number of Betreuunghours of care required, and the caregiver’s experience and qualifications. On average, the costs are between 2,000 and 3,000 euros per month.

A Polish caregiver should be provided with their own room with a bed and a closet, as well as access to a bathroom and a kitchen. In addition, the caregiver should have access to a telephone and an internet connection. Furthermore, it is advisable to provide the caregiver with work clothes.

According to the legal regulations in Germany, a Polish caregiver may not work for more than 8 hours per day. If a 24-hour shift is Support necessary, it must be ensured that the caregiver receives sufficient breaks and rest periods.

The monthly costs for a Polish caregiver in a 24-hour service Support are usually between 2,000 and 3,500 euros – depending on the level of care, the desired services, language skills, and the caregiver’s qualifications. This amount already includes all taxes: taxes, health insurance, and social security contributions. In addition, there are travel costs every two to three months for changing the caregiver, as well as free food and accommodation that are provided in the household. WiCare communicates all costs transparently before the start of the assignment – without hidden fees.

Anyone who employs a Polish caregiver through WiCare can significantly reduce the monthly costs through various government benefits. From the 2nd care level, applicants are entitled to care allowance amounting to 316 to 901 euros per month – depending on the care level. In addition, caring relatives can use the prevention care, for which the care insurance fund reimburses up to 1,612 euros annually. Furthermore, 20 percent of the costs for household-related services can be tax-deductible under § 35a EStG – up to 4,000 euros per year. In total, many families can reduce the actual monthly burden to under 1,500 euros.

WiCare’s monthly flat fee covers all essential cost items: Payment the caregiver, taxes, health and social security contributions, and the Betreuungservices provided by WiCare. The caregiver also receives free accommodation and meals in the household of the person being cared for. Not included in the monthly flat fee are travel costs for arrival and departure, which occur every two to three months when changing caregivers. Medical treatment such as injections or wound care is provided by a separate ambulance service and is billed separately.

The costs for a Polish caregiver depend largely on the established level of care, as this determines the Betreuungworkload and the requirements for the caregiver. For level 1 care, the costs are usually between 2,000 and 2,300 euros per month, for level 2 care between 2,200 and 2,500 euros per month. From level 3 onwards, costs are expected to be between 2,500 and 3,000 euros per month, while at level 4 the costs can rise to up to 3,500 euros. At the same time, with the level of care, the potential care allowance also increases – so the net burden on families often remains similar. WiCare can advise you free of charge on which allowances are combinable in your specific situation.