[HIGHLIGHTS] Care reform decided: What this means for contributors and relatives of those in need of care

The Bundestag decided that the long-term care contribution in Germany should be increased and benefits improved at the same time. Federal Health Minister Karl Lauterbach is very much in favor of the changes, but they are met with criticism from the opposition.

The federal government will take in around 6.6 billion euros more per year as a result of the reform. The higher payout is intended to benefit people in need of care who are cared for voluntarily at home. In an interview, an expert from the Long-Term Care Protection Association explains why this is the case.