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Moving into a care home: who chooses, who pays

It is better to make provisions for an emergency in good time.

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Do you also hate to think about what it will be like when your parents, grandparents or you yourself have to move into a care home? That's understandable. However, when it comes to this topic in particular, it is very important to inform yourself and make provisions in good time. We have all the details!

The waiting lists for places in sought-after homes are usually long - and early registration is essential. That's why it's important to get to grips with the subject early enough. Who chooses the home? Who pays the costs? And what rights do care home residents actually have? We clarify the most frequently asked questions with Kurt Schalek, an expert in healthcare law and care policy from the Vienna Chamber of Labor.