Aging population,Care for the aged (elderly care)I have been hearing more and more often the words "I'm sorry, but I can't help it.
This refers to situations where both the caregiver and the recipient are elderly, such as an elderly couple or two parents and their children.
Gunma Prefecture is no exception, with an increasing number of families throughout the prefecture facing the anxiety and burden of elderly care.
In this article,The reality and challenges of caring for the elderlyandSupport services available in Gunma Prefecturein an easy-to-understand manner.
We have compiled a wide range of systems, contact points, and private services that you should know about so that those facing nursing care can feel as much relief as possible.
What is "Elderly Care"? The reality of what is happening in the field
What is elder care?A situation in which an elderly person 65 years of age or older is caring for another elderly person (mainly a spouse, sibling, or sometimes a parent).means a person who has been a member of the board of directors of the Company for a certain period of time.
These days, it is not uncommon for caregivers to be "late-aged" people aged 75 or older.
- Injuries such as falls and back pain
- Burden of care for meals, toileting, etc.
- Difficulties in dealing with dementia
Elderly caregivers have declining physical and mental strength, and the stress and fatigue described above increase the risk of co-injury.
Some of them put off their own hospital visits to care for their loved ones....
Major public support systems available in Gunma Prefecture
1. certification of long-term care needs and use of long-term care insurance services
First of all, it is important to,To be certified as requiring long-term careIt is.
The application is made at the municipal office, and the "level of care required" is determined based on an on-site survey and a written opinion from the attending physician.
Once certified as requiring long-term care, the following long-term care insurance services are available
- Day service (day care)
- Home help (home-visit care)
- Lending of welfare equipment and home modification
- Short-stay (temporary admission)
- Admission to a nursing home
2. community comprehensive support center
Community comprehensive support centers are comprehensive consultation services for nursing care, medical care, and welfare established in each community.
We also provide consultation services for those who "don't know if they need nursing care or not" or "don't know where to start first."
Don't work hard with just your family. Private social services available
In elder care, it is most important not to assume that "we can support everything on our own.
There are a variety of private welfare services available in Gunma Prefecture, depending on the level of care and living conditions.
For example...
Day care (day service)
They attend the facility during the day and provide bathing, meals, recreation, and rehabilitation.
In addition to allowing caregivers to have some time to themselves, it also provides a place for social interaction for the users.
Short-term stay
A service that allows people to stay at a facility for a few days to a few weeks to receive care.
It can be used for weddings, funerals, travel, hospitalization of caregivers, etc.
Periodic and as-needed home-visit care nursing
This flexible service provides assistance during the day or night by visiting the home 24 hours a day.
Even households with only the elderly can continue to live at home with peace of mind.
Take advantage of financial support measures.
In the aged care.Money MattersWe can't overlook the "I" as well.
Gunma Prefecture and municipalities also offer the following systems to reduce the financial burden.
- Long-term care insurance maximum amount of contribution authorization system (reduction of facility usage fees for low-income persons)
- High-cost nursing care service fee system (refund of excess of monthly co-payment limit)
- Support in combination with public assistance and disability pensions
We also have a support system in place to provide reliable consultation.
We, the Taiseikai Group, provide nursing care and disability welfare services based in Numata City, Gunma Prefecture.
We operate a variety of services to support elderly care, including day services, short stays, group homes, and home-visit care.
What services do you offer? How much does it cost?"
Please feel free to contact us with such simple questions.
▶ For more information, click here:Medical Corporation Taiseikai Nursing Care Service
Social Welfare Corporation Kuninkai Nursing Care Service
▶ About consultation and visit:Daiseikai Contact Form
Choosing not to go it alone
Elderly care is a very precious and harsh reality because it is supported by the thoughts and efforts of family members.
But not "push it to the limit",Good use of public systems and services is also an option to protect the family.
There is a lot of support on your side.
Why don't you consult with us first to make your current problems a little lighter?
＼ Please feel free to contact us if you have any problems ／.
Medical Corporation Taiseikai Uchida Hospital Community Medical Cooperation Office
(TEL) 0278-24-5329
This article is based on information as of June 2025. Please check the latest information for details of services and systems.
