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What should the end of life look like - and who decides? A new project in Dresden is tackling precisely these questions. "KOMPASS 70+" by Volkssolidarität Dresden helps older people to shape the last phase of their lives in a self-determined way at an early stage. The Evangelische Hochschule Dresden is providing scientific support for the project.

Nursing home care is becoming more expensive - parliamentary groups call for reform

Care for the elderly in Germany is becoming a nursing case. As co-payments continue to rise in homes in Saxony too, calls for reform are getting louder and louder. | more

Nursing home care is becoming more expensive - Saxony at almost 3,000 euros

Who pays when nursing home care becomes more and more expensive? What the association is calling for and how Saxony compares with the rest of Germany. | more

Bestickte Windel oder Windeltorte? Dresdnerin fertigt individuelle Geschenke zur Geburt

In Dresden-Pieschen fertigt Andrea Rehn im Zentralwerk personalisierte Geschenke für frischgebackene Eltern und deren Familien. Besonders gefragt sind bestickte Windeln mit Geburtsdaten sowie kreative Windeltorten – und das nicht nur online, sondern auch deutschlandweit über DM-Märkte. Jetzt gibt es 10 Prozent Rabatt im Shop. | more

Association of Cities: Review social standards - "Money is everything"

Local authorities are sounding the alarm: social costs are rising rapidly and their deficits are growing. President of the German Association of Cities Jung calls for fundamental reforms and more digitalization. | more

6G network: TU Dresden researches the future of mobile communications

TU Dresden is developing the sixth generation of mobile communications with TU Munich. From 2030, 6G should enable remote care robots and operations. The focus is on the connection between man and machine. The Federal Ministry of Education and Research is funding the project with 25 million euros. | more

Significant increase in health insurance expenditure in Saxony

In 2023, the statutory health insurance funds in Saxony spent more money. A particularly large amount of money is spent on medication - and the number of insured persons continues to grow. | more

Anne Pietag: Warum viele Führungskräfte an sich zweifeln

Hypno-systemisches Coaching reduziert Druck, ordnet Prioritäten und stärkt Entscheidungssicherheit. Kostenloses Erstgespräch bei Anne Pietag in Dresden. | more

Wage increase for Saxony's nursing staff

Nursing staff in Saxony are being paid more for their work. Their wages have recently risen more than the national average. Nevertheless, a number of federal states are paying more. | more

More and more people in need of care are dependent on state assistance

In Saxony, more and more people in need of care require state support. The cost of a place in a home is rising. What does this mean for those affected and their families? | more

Zahnarzt in Budapest: Behandlung bis zu 70 % günstiger als in Deutschland

Zahnbehandlungen können in Deutschland schnell zur finanziellen Belastung werden. Besonders bei Implantaten, Kronen, Brücken oder umfangreichem Zahnersatz liegen die Kosten häufig im vierstelligen Bereich. Viele Patienten stehen dann vor einer schwierigen Entscheidung: Behandlung durchführen lassen und hohe Eigenanteile zahlen – oder den Eingriff aufschieben, obwohl er medizinisch sinnvoll wäre. | more

End of care level 1? - A good 58,000 Saxons would be affected

If care level 1 is abolished, more than 58,000 Saxons could have to do without important subsidies. What this means for independence in old age - and why the VdK is sounding the alarm. | more

Diakonie wants fundamental reform of care financing

In the view of the Protestant Welfare Association, a flat-rate cap on care costs does not solve the structural problems. Partially comprehensive insurance could serve as a model for the new regulation. | more

Bestickte Windel oder Windeltorte? Dresdnerin fertigt individuelle Geschenke zur Geburt

In Dresden-Pieschen fertigt Andrea Rehn im Zentralwerk personalisierte Geschenke für frischgebackene Eltern und deren Familien. Besonders gefragt sind bestickte Windeln mit Geburtsdaten sowie kreative Windeltorten – und das nicht nur online, sondern auch deutschlandweit über DM-Märkte. Jetzt gibt es 10 Prozent Rabatt im Shop. | more

Costs for nursing home residents increased again

People in need of care have to dig deeper and deeper into their pockets in Saxony. However, care home costs are even higher in other federal states. | more

Multilingual event: Welcome to school

Free online event for parents of non-German speakers about starting school in Leipzig. | more

Anne Pietag: Warum viele Führungskräfte an sich zweifeln

Hypno-systemisches Coaching reduziert Druck, ordnet Prioritäten und stärkt Entscheidungssicherheit. Kostenloses Erstgespräch bei Anne Pietag in Dresden. | more

Left party sounds the alarm: too few controls in care

Deficiencies in the handling of medicines, hygiene and staffing were reported in nursing homes in 2024. However, only around one in three homes was inspected. Too few, says the Left Party. | more

Adjustment of daycare fees from June: What parents need to know

From June 2025, daycare fees for parents will increase in Leipzig. We explain the background and impact on families. | more

Zahnarzt in Budapest: Behandlung bis zu 70 % günstiger als in Deutschland

Zahnbehandlungen können in Deutschland schnell zur finanziellen Belastung werden. Besonders bei Implantaten, Kronen, Brücken oder umfangreichem Zahnersatz liegen die Kosten häufig im vierstelligen Bereich. Viele Patienten stehen dann vor einer schwierigen Entscheidung: Behandlung durchführen lassen und hohe Eigenanteile zahlen – oder den Eingriff aufschieben, obwohl er medizinisch sinnvoll wäre. | more

Wave-Gotik-Treffen 2025: Tips and information for visitors in Leipzig

The Wave-Gotik-Treffen 2025 will once again bring thousands of fans of the black scene to Leipzig. Find out everything you need to know about the start of the festival. | more

High care costs cause resentment and demands

Care becomes a care case itself. The vast majority of those affected cannot afford to pay high personal contributions for accommodation in a care home. Resentment is growing. | more

Bestickte Windel oder Windeltorte? Dresdnerin fertigt individuelle Geschenke zur Geburt

In Dresden-Pieschen fertigt Andrea Rehn im Zentralwerk personalisierte Geschenke für frischgebackene Eltern und deren Familien. Besonders gefragt sind bestickte Windeln mit Geburtsdaten sowie kreative Windeltorten – und das nicht nur online, sondern auch deutschlandweit über DM-Märkte. Jetzt gibt es 10 Prozent Rabatt im Shop. | more

Trend unabated - personal contributions for nursing home care on the rise

Residents have to bear some of the costs of nursing home care themselves. In Saxony, the amounts are below the national average, but there was a significant increase. | more

BSW in closed meeting: Care Act and motion on integration

After the failure of a joint government alliance with the CDU and SPD, the Sahra Wagenknecht alliance now wants to work constructively in opposition. First plans have been set. | more

Anne Pietag: Warum viele Führungskräfte an sich zweifeln

Hypno-systemisches Coaching reduziert Druck, ordnet Prioritäten und stärkt Entscheidungssicherheit. Kostenloses Erstgespräch bei Anne Pietag in Dresden. | more

Target image for care: more prevention and investment required

The care sector is facing huge challenges - especially in Bavaria, where the population is getting older and older. The "target image for care" offers possible solutions. | more

Baby boomer effects exacerbate the need for professional care

There is a shortage of skilled workers in the care sector - even though demand continues to rise. The baby boomer effect will further exacerbate the problems. | more

Zahnarzt in Budapest: Behandlung bis zu 70 % günstiger als in Deutschland

Zahnbehandlungen können in Deutschland schnell zur finanziellen Belastung werden. Besonders bei Implantaten, Kronen, Brücken oder umfangreichem Zahnersatz liegen die Kosten häufig im vierstelligen Bereich. Viele Patienten stehen dann vor einer schwierigen Entscheidung: Behandlung durchführen lassen und hohe Eigenanteile zahlen – oder den Eingriff aufschieben, obwohl er medizinisch sinnvoll wäre. | more

More people in need of care are dependent on social assistance

More and more people in need of care in Saxony need help from the social welfare office. The Left Party is calling for fair financing of the costs. | more

Left-wing parties call for a solution to health and long-term care insurance

Contributions to health and long-term care insurance could rise more sharply in 2025 than previously feared. One of the reasons for this is the poor financial situation of long-term care insurance. | more

Bestickte Windel oder Windeltorte? Dresdnerin fertigt individuelle Geschenke zur Geburt

In Dresden-Pieschen fertigt Andrea Rehn im Zentralwerk personalisierte Geschenke für frischgebackene Eltern und deren Familien. Besonders gefragt sind bestickte Windeln mit Geburtsdaten sowie kreative Windeltorten – und das nicht nur online, sondern auch deutschlandweit über DM-Märkte. Jetzt gibt es 10 Prozent Rabatt im Shop. | more

Demands for improved care conditions for children in daycare centers in Saxony

The number of girls and boys in Saxony's daycare centers will decrease in the coming years. Many see the decline as an opportunity to improve the quality of care. | more

Statistics on the care of adult household members in eastern Germany

Many older people, the sick and those in need of care are supported by relatives in the same household. New data shows how many people this is and how much time they spend. | more

Anne Pietag: Warum viele Führungskräfte an sich zweifeln

Hypno-systemisches Coaching reduziert Druck, ordnet Prioritäten und stärkt Entscheidungssicherheit. Kostenloses Erstgespräch bei Anne Pietag in Dresden. | more

Skills shortage in nursing care for the elderly and sick in Saxony

The people of Saxony are getting older and older, and the need for care is increasing. An already acute shortage of nursing staff will worsen in the future. The Minister of Social Affairs sees one solution in particular. | more

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