Care Allowance and Hospitalization: Will I Still Be Paid for Days Spent in the Hospital?
When you end up in the hospital instead of at home – are you still entitled to the care allowance?
„My mother was hospitalized for three weeks. She normally receives the care allowance, but in January the payment was significantly lower. They say it’s because of the hospital stay. Is that even legal?“
Yes – but only under certain conditions. In this article, you’ll learn how the allowance is reduced during hospitalization, what the exceptions are, and how to protect your entitlement.
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🏥 What Happens to the Allowance During Hospitalization?
The care allowance is not paid if the person is hospitalized and is not being cared for by another individual (such as a family member).
The law is clear:
“The benefit does not apply for days during which the person stays in an inpatient facility and is not being cared for by another natural person.”
🔹 In practice, this means:
during hospitalization, the allowance is reduced by the days spent in the hospital
the monthly payout may be lower
you don’t need to file any special request – authorities track it automatically
✅ Are There Any Exceptions?
Yes, in several situations:
the hospital stay lasts only 1 day
the person is cared for by someone else during the stay (e.g., a parent with a child)
the stay is for receiving social services, not medical treatment
In these cases, you may retain your entitlement to the allowance – but you must provide evidence (e.g., a sworn statement or a confirmation from the hospital).
📌 A Practical Note
Authorities often rely on health insurance company data. If an error occurs (e.g., an extended stay is recorded incorrectly), your benefit may be reduced in error. In that case, it is worth submitting a complaint.
💬 Lawyer’s Recommendation
📍 If you know that hospitalization will last longer, expect a lower payment.
📍 Consider whether care is being provided by another person – this might be an exception.
📍 In case of any inconsistencies, contact the Labour Office and request a review.
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