Starting at the turn of the year, the care contribution will rise by 0.2 percentage points to ensure adequate financing for care services by 2025. This increase includes an employer's share of 1.8 percent, with individuals in need of care facing average monthly costs of 2,900 euros during their first year in nursing homes.
Federal Health Minister Karl Lauterbach has emphasized the necessity for a more comprehensive and sustainable solution. Meanwhile, the National Association of Statutory Health Insurance Funds has criticized the contribution hikes as mere temporary fixes, insisting they should not become a long-term strategy.
The care sector is under significant financial strain, exacerbated by demographic shifts and rising costs. As the government grapples with COVID-19 debts, the burden of increased contributions falls on citizens, raising concerns over future reforms in the health care system.
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