When a family member or yourself is certified as requiring long-term care 1, you may ask yourself, "What kind of condition is he or she in? What can I do now? and "What can I do from now on? In this article, we will explain in an easy-to-understand manner the characteristics of the "Long-Term Care Needs 1" status, the services available, and the actual changes in daily life...

When you hear the term "Support Needed 2," few people may have a concrete image of what it refers to. It is a type of certification under the long-term care insurance system, and refers to a condition in which a person is still independent but needs assistance with some aspects of daily living. In this article, we will discuss the "Support Needed 2"...

As people age, things that they used to be able to do normally may gradually become more difficult. When you feel that "I am still in good health, but I may need some help...", you are in the "Support Needed 1" state. In this article, we will explain what "Support Needed 1" means and how to...

In today's aging society, dementia is no longer a matter of concern for anyone. The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare estimates that by 2025, one in five people over the age of 65 will suffer from dementia. When a loved one is diagnosed with dementia, how should we deal with it? This...

As the years pass in nursing homes and welfare facilities for people with disabilities, people wonder, "Will I be able to stay in my current facility? "Isn't there a more suitable facility?" or "Is there a better facility for my needs? The situation is constantly changing due to changes in the patient's physical and mental condition, changes in the family's lifestyle, and other factors...

For parents of children with disabilities, the question of whether they will be able to protect their children's lives as they grow older is a very serious concern. This concern becomes especially real as the parents themselves grow older and feel their physical strength and judgment deteriorate. ...

Day services or group homes?" Group home?" What is a classification? What is the difference between Type A and Type B continuous employment support? When you are involved in caring for family members or supporting people with disabilities, you suddenly hear a lot of technical terms. For newcomers, they may seem like a foreign language. In this article, we will discuss caregiving and disability f...

As Japan's population ages, more and more people wish to receive medical care and nursing care in the comfort of their own homes. Home medical care and home nursing have been the focus of much attention. In response to these wishes, home services are...

Summer in Japan is getting hotter and hotter every year. Heat stroke is a serious life-threatening risk, especially for the elderly and people with disabilities. Is it true that heat stroke can occur even indoors? I am worried about my family members who cannot drink water by themselves..." "What measures should I take for my child with disabilities?" What measures can we take for children with disabilities?

In order for people with disabilities and their families to live with peace of mind in the community, not only medical and welfare services but also financial support systems are of great help. However, there are many questions such as "There are too many systems and I don't understand them well," "Is my family eligible for this? "Where do I go to apply?" Some people say, "There are too many systems..." or "Is my family eligible for them?