Kommentar: Die beste Pflegeversicherung sind Sie selbst
Bei jeder Reform geht es um Beiträge und Leistungskürzungen. Den wirksamsten Hebel gegen die explodierenden Kosten lässt die Politik dabei außen vor.
In the midst of heated political debates surrounding the care reform, a newspaper article caught my attention. The title read: "How to Maximize Your Care Insurance Benefits." While this may seem innocuous for those seeking the best from the healthcare system, I found myself wondering if everyone shouldn't instead ask: How can I contribute to reducing costs for everyone?
This thought struck me as odd and reminded me of former U.S. President John F. Kennedy, who in his inaugural address to his fellow citizens said: "Do not ask what your country can do for you – ask what you can do for your country." The article then highlights a crucial point. Germany's care prevalence, or the proportion of people who need care among the total population, stands at 7.6 percent, higher than the rest of Europe.
Moreover, it is higher than what demographic trends had anticipated. In other words, more Germans are relying on care benefits than expected a few years ago. If everyone now seeks to maximize their benefits, costs are bound to rise.
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