November 6, 2025

Housing Eligibility Certificate (WBS): Information and Application for Seniors | Agency for Household Assistance
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Housing entitlement certificate (WBS) - your key to affordable housing for senior citizens and people in need of care

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For many people, a housing entitlement certificate (WBS) can be the decisive step towards affordable and secure housing, especially for senior citizens and people in need of care who are dependent on support. It provides access to social housing and publicly subsidized rental apartments that are specifically intended for low-income households. In this magazin , you will find out who is entitled to a WBS, what requirements must be met and how you can submit the application step by step to make your path to a suitable home easier. What is a certificate of eligibility for housing (WBS)? A Wohnberechtigungsschein (WBS) is an official certificate that confirms that a person or a group of...

Polyneuropathy: Numbness and Tingling as Symptoms – Everyday Help | Agency for Domestic Help
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Understanding polyneuropathy: Causes, symptoms, treatment and support in everyday life

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  Polyneuropathy is a disease of the peripheral nervous system that affects millions of people. It causes tingling, burning, pain or numbness in the legs, feet and hands - symptoms that can increasingly restrict daily life. The causes are varied: from diabetes mellitus and autoimmune diseases to nutrient deficiencies or certain medications. When the nerves go crazy and everyday life becomes a challenge In this article, you will find out how polyneuropathies develop, what symptoms are typical, what treatment looks like and why professional home help in the home environment can offer valuable help to those affected and their relatives. What is polyneuropathy? Polyneuropathy is a disease of the nervous system.

Dementia Screening: Early Detection and Diagnosis | Home Care Assistance for Dementia | Home Care Agency
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The MOCA test for dementia - early detection of cognitive impairment

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The MOCA test (Montreal Cognitive Assessment, MOCA for short) is an important screening tool for detecting early cognitive impairments, such as those that occur in the onset of dementia or mild cognitive impairment (MCI). The test helps to detect subtle impairments in memory, attention and abstraction, often long before those affected or their relatives notice significant changes themselves. Background: Why cognitive testing is important As we age, some mental abilities decline slightly, which is a normal part of ageing. However, if memory, attention or orientation decline more severely, a disease such as Alzheimer's or another form of dementia may be behind it. A cognitive assessment such as the...