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.

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Care at home: options, support and costs
What is home care, and how much does care for the elderly cost? Find out more about support options for older people now.
03.10.2025 9 minutes )}

Age-friendly living: comfort and safety at home
What is age-friendly living, and what aids do health insurance companies cover in Switzerland? Find out more about accessible living.
03.10.2025 7 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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Aids for keeping senior citizens safe
From smartphones for senior citizens to medical alarm devices– find out about the digital aids designed for comfort and safety.
03.10.2025 7 minutes )}

Housing in later life: traditional and new housing options
What housing options exist for older people and what are the advantages and disadvantages? Find out more about housing in later life.
03.10.2025 10 minutes )}

The living will explained
Illness? Accident? A living will sets out your wishes in the event that you lose mental capacity. Here are some tips.
19.09.2025 4 minutes )}

Power of attorney explained
A power of attorney lets you determine who will handle your affairs if you suffer long-term loss of mental capacity. Here are some tips.
19.09.2025 3 minutes )}

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 )}

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 )}