Melsungen, January 30, 2026, 9:39 a.m. — Nursing care insurance can significantly ease the financial burden of supporting aging relatives, covering costs up to a certain amount for daytime care programs.
Easing the Burden on Caregivers
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AWO day care in Melsungen offers support and respite for families navigating the challenges of elder care.
- The AWO day care in Melsungen provides a supportive environment for seniors, offering activities and individual attention.
- Individuals needing care at level 2 or higher have a monthly budget allocated for day care services.
- Preventative day care is available for those whose caregivers have appointments or need a break.
- A common budget since June 2025 allows flexible use of funds for both preventative and short-term care.
Caring for a loved one is a demanding task, often requiring substantial time and energy. The AWO day care facility in Melsungen aims to alleviate some of that pressure. “Here, guests are looked after by a qualified team during the day, enjoy good company, and receive individualized support before returning home in the late afternoon,” explains facility manager Christian Beyer, outlining the core principle of the day care program.
Subsidies Available for Qualifying Individuals
Attending day care is financially accessible: anyone identified as needing care at level 2 or higher receives a monthly budget specifically for day care expenses, usable regardless of whether they also receive care allowance or benefits in kind.
For those at care level 1, nursing care insurance provides a subsidy of 131 euros, referred to as a “relief amount.” However, this level does not automatically qualify individuals for part-time care services.
Guests are responsible for the costs of accommodation and meals during their time at the day care center. To help offset these expenses, the 131-euro “relief amount” can be applied in care levels 2 through 5, provided it isn’t already allocated to other “offers to support everyday life.”
Since June 2025, a unified budget has been in place for both preventative and short-term care, offering greater flexibility in how funds are used. More than 50 percent of this budget can now be directed towards preventative care. The frequency of day care visits is also adaptable; a fixed day each week is just as viable as attending five days a week.
AWO Day Care Melsungen: Hours of Operation
The AWO day care in Melsungen is open Monday through Friday, offering a diverse range of activities, leisure options, and specialized support for individuals experiencing dementia, providing valuable assistance to those providing care.
Contact Information
AWO day care Melsungen
Dr.-Horst-Schmidt-Haus
Lindenbergstr. 42
34212 Melsungen
Telephone: 05661/709-100
Email: [email protected]
Additional information about AWO Nordhessen’s day care facilities can be found at: awo-nordhessen.de/angebote/senioren/tagespflege
