Counselling centres for older people and relatives

Course description

The counselling centre of the Jewish Community (IKG) supports older members of the community and their relatives. It facilitates access to various facilities and services.

Israelitische Kultusgemeinde München und Oberbayern

Postal address

Fax: +49 89 202400-261

Address

Sankt-Jakobs-Platz 18
80331 München

Related services

Notarisation of a care directive

With a care directive, you can specify who should - or should not - take on this task if care is required.

Support in old age

In its social community centre, older people and their relatives receive advice on issues relating to home and nursing care as well as financial assistance.

Suggestion of legal support

If an adult can no longer manage their own affairs due to a mental illness or disability, you can apply for guardianship.

Old people's and service centres (ASZ)

The centres for the elderly and service centres offer local advice and practical help for older people and their relatives.

Dental home visits for the elderly and people in need of care

If you are unable to visit a dental practice due to personal restrictions, you can arrange a home visit.

Household help

Help for people who need support from others to continue household chores or physical activities.

Notarisation of a health care proxy

Legal guardianship can be avoided by a power of attorney. Authorised representatives are not subject to control by the competent local court.

Subsidy for meals on wheels/ social lunches

Anyone who is unable to do their shopping or prepare a hot meal can apply for a subsidy for meals on wheels or the social lunch programme.

Advice from the Munich counselling associations

The Munich guardianship associations provide information and advice on health care proxies, advance care directives and questions of guardianship law.

Preventive home visits for older people

Preventive home visits are intended to help recognise emergency and dangerous situations among older people at an early stage.