Care in old age

Caring for family members is a tough job. But placing someone in a nursing home can also give rise to many questions. Here you will find lots of useful information about caring for the elderly.

10 articles

Organising a move to a nursing home: checklist
When does it make sense to move into a nursing home and who can admit someone? Find out more about admission to a nursing home.
04.08.2025 11 minutes )}

Falls in old age: causes, consequences and prevention
Why is fall prevention important and how can you prevent falls in old age? Learn more about falls in old age now.
04.06.2025 27 minutes )}

Care insurance

With CURA, you can receive contributions towards household help or a nursing home in old age, so you can protect your assets if you need care.

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Alzheimer’s: symptoms, progression and treatment
What happens when someone has Alzheimer’s? What predisposes someone to Alzheimer’s? Find out about Alzheimer’s, its stages and its treatment.
23.01.2025 8 minutes )}

Nutrition in old age: what is important?
What is essential to a healthy diet in old age? How do you prevent malnutrition in old age? Find out more.
16.01.2025 9 minutes )}

Caring for family members: how to find support
Do you care for family members? This can affect your own life circumstances. Here’s how to find support.
07.11.2024 4 minutes )}

How to combat loneliness in older age
What can you do about loneliness in older age? What are the consequences and potential causes? Find out about loneliness in older age.
29.04.2024 5 minutes )}

Power of attorney: prepared for an emergency
This article tells you why it is important to draw up a power of attorney by hand. We explain what to consider when you do this.
20.04.2023 5 minutes )}

When someone is diagnosed as terminally ill
Being diagnosed with a terminal illness is a watershed moment. Palliative care provides support during this difficult time.
13.02.2017 3 minutes )}

Life in a nursing home: a new experience
It is not always easy to adjust to the unfamiliar environment of a nursing home. It will take time and the right attitude.
13.02.2017 3 minutes )}