One day, out of the blue, a parent collapsed. The illness made daily life difficult.
At such times, many people say, "I don't know where to start..." These are the words of a bewildered person.
Most of the time, caregiving begins without any knowledge. That is why we are here to help you take the first step without hesitation,Basic flow and what to checkThe following is a summary of the following information.
1] First, obtain "certification of nursing care required".
To receive long-term care insurance services, certification is required.
To use long-term care insurance services,Apply to the municipality for "certification of nursing care required".is required.
Certification is categorized into 1 and 2 support needs and 1-5 nursing care needs, and the services available are determined according to the condition.
Application to: Elderly Care Section, Numata City Hall(or community comprehensive support center)
Who can apply: You or your family, care manager, medical institution, etc.
2] Opinion of the attending physician and on-site survey
Municipal officials will visit your home and other places to interview you about your physical and living conditions.
At the same time, an opinion letter is requested from the attending physician. Based on this information, the Certification Board determines the level of care.
3] Selection of a care manager and preparation of a long-term care service plan
Once you are certified that you need long-term care,Care manager (nursing care support specialist)Choose the
The care manager is based on the wishes of the patient and family.Care plans (nursing care service plans)and will communicate and coordinate with service providers.
You can get referrals from community comprehensive support centers and in-home care support offices.
4] Commencement of necessary nursing care services
Based on the care plan, a combination of the following services is available
- Day service (day care)
- Home-visit care (home helper)
- Short-stay (temporary overnight care)
- Rental of welfare equipment and home modification
- Institutionalization (if necessary)
5] Home or Institution...Choices for Future Life
Depending on the condition and the caregiver's situation, the decision will be made whether to "continue home care" or to consider admission to a facility.
Because even when it is possible to stay at home, there are many cases where people are forced to stay at home, and they end up falling together,Utilize short stay and day services as needed.It is important to
6] Utilize welfare services and subsidy programs if necessary.
In addition to long-term care insurance, the following support programs are available
- High-cost nursing care service fee system (maximum co-payment)
- Nursing care leave system (depending on employer)
- System for obtaining a disability certificate and combined use (for applicable persons)
- Subsidies and loan programs (by municipalities) for the purchase of nursing care products
Checklist] 10 items to check if you need nursing care
| checklist | Contents |
|---|---|
| □ Have you applied for long-term care certification? | Procedures at the municipal office |
| □ Do you have a specific attending physician? | An opinion letter will be required. |
| Have you decided on a care manager? | Referrals can also be made at the Regional Comprehensive Support Center. |
| □ Is a care plan in place? | Let your family know what you want, too. |
| □ Check the services you want to use | Combination of in-home, home-visit, and overnight stays |
| □ Do you know the estimated cost? | Long-term care insurance co-payment is 10-30%. |
| □ Do you have an emergency contact system in place? | Cooperation with family doctors and service providers |
| □ Is your home barrier-free? | Check handrails, steps, toilets, etc. |
| □ Is there a division of roles among family members? | Distributes the burden of caregivers |
| Are you considering using the facility in the future? | Flexible decision making based on the situation. |
The Daiseikai Group's Care Support System
Providing elderly care services mainly in Numata City, Gunma Prefecture.Taiseikai GroupThen,
So that you can begin your life of care with peace of mind,Care managers, consultants, and medical professionals work togetherWe provide support while
- In-home care support (consultation by care managers)
- Day care (day service)
- Short-term stay
- Home care and home nursing
- Guidance and tours of facilities as needed
We also welcome those who would like to "just consult with us first...".
Summary｜When you are anxious, start by asking for advice.
Caregiving often comes suddenly, and it is easy for family members to take on the task alone.
But "relying early where you can" is not naive.
Let's take one step at a time first, while utilizing the support resources of Numata City and other communities.
We hope this article will help alleviate some of the anxiety you and your family may be experiencing.
＼ Please feel free to contact us if you have any problems ／.
Medical Corporation Taiseikai Uchida Hospital Community Medical Cooperation Office
(TEL) 0278-24-5329
▶ Click here for Taiseikai's care services.
▶ Click here for Kuninkai's nursing care services.
*This article is based on information as of June 2025.
