"I want to care for my family at home and make it as safe as possible."
Do I have to buy a walker or a bed?"
I heard there's help with expenses, what do I do?"
The answer to such problems is,Welfare equipment rental/purchase systemIt is.
Especially in Numata City, Gunma Prefecture, by using the long-term care insurance and disability welfare systems,A system to use welfare equipment with low out-of-pocket costsare in place.
This article provides a brief overview of the system, the types of welfare equipment covered, how to use them, and how assistance is provided.
What do I do first?" If you are wondering, "What should I do first?
What is welfare equipment?
What is welfare equipment?Tools necessary for the elderly and people with disabilities to live independentlyof the
For example, this applies to
- Wheelchairs, walkers, canes
- Electric beds, handrails, portable toilets
- Bathing aids, slopes to eliminate steps, etc.
What is the difference between renting and buying?
Welfare equipment that can be rented (nursing care insurance)
The following is a list ofIn principle, subject to rentalAvailable for as long as needed depending on the condition. It is available for as long as needed depending on the condition.
| Main tools | Example |
|---|---|
| Wheelchairs and wheelchair accessories | Electric, self-propelled, etc. |
| Special Sleepers and Accessories | Electric beds and mattresses |
| Walking aids | Lofstrand clutches, etc. |
| slope | For eliminating steps |
| positional transducer | Support for turning over in bed |
| Mobile lifts | Assistance in getting up and assisting with care |
*Available for those requiring nursing care 1 or more (some restrictions apply for those requiring support).
Welfare equipment for which purchase is eligible (subsidized up to 100,000 yen per year)
The following items are sanitarySubject of purchaseand is considered to be aUp to ¥100,000 per year covered by long-term care insuranceThe following is a summary of the results.
| Main tools | Example |
|---|---|
| toilet seat with armrests | Portable toilets, supplemental high toilet seats, etc. |
| Bathing Aids | Shower chairs, tub stands, etc. |
| portable bathtub | If you do not have a bathtub at home, etc. |
| Mobile Lift Suspension Devices | The part worn on the body |
Housing repair expenses
Although not welfare equipment, home improvements may also be covered by long-term care insurance. The cost of repairs to make your home safer to use, such as installing handrails and eliminating steps,It can be performed at a co-payment of 10% (20% or 30% depending on income) up to 200,000 yen during one's lifetime.
◆Should I rent or buy?
It is important to understand the advantages and disadvantages of each and choose the method that best suits your situation.
Advantages and disadvantages of rental
Advantages
- Low initial cost: Even expensive equipment is available for a monthly rental fee.
- Easily adaptable to changing physical conditions: When physical conditions change, the equipment can be replaced with a more appropriate one.
- No maintenance hassles: Maintenance and cleaning by a professional contractor is often included, and hygiene is assured.
- Trial use available: Short-term rentals allow you to test whether you really need the equipment and whether it is easy to use.
demerit
- Longer term use may result in higher total cost: Long-term use may exceed the cost of purchase.
- Some items are not available for purchase: Certain items that come in direct contact with the skin, such as portable toilets and bathing aids, cannot be rented (subject to sales of specified welfare equipment).
Advantages and disadvantages of purchase
Advantages
- come into one's own: You can use it anytime and as much as you want.
- Possibility of lower final cost.: If you plan to use the equipment for a long time, the total cost may be less than renting.
- Some items are covered by long-term care insurance for purchase.: Some items are covered by nursing care insurance as specified welfare equipment sales.
demerit
- High initial cost.: A large sum of money is required at one time.
- Disposal when no longer needed is a hassle: Must be disposed of at your own expense.
- Difficult to adapt to changes in physical conditions: When your situation changes, you may need to replace it.
It is difficult to say which is better. It is wise to consult with a care manager or specialist to decide, taking into consideration the length of use, type of equipment, and expected changes in your own physical condition.
Flow of using the service (in the case of long-term care insurance)
- Obtaining certification of nursing care needs(Apply at Numata City Hall)
- Consultation with care manager(Create a utilization plan)
*If a care manager has not been determined, consult with the regional comprehensive support center.
- Selection and proposal by welfare equipment specialist consultant
- Rental initiation/purchase procedure from vendor
- In principle, 10% of the usage fee (20% to 30% depending on income)
- monitoring
A welfare equipment specialist consultant will periodically visit the welfare lumbar region during the rental period to make adjustments and replacement suggestions according to changes in usage and physical conditions.
◆ Some systems are available for people with disabilities.
For persons with disabilities, the "daily living equipment benefit program" is available.
for example
- Bathing Aids
- Electric bed
- Special Mat
- Wheelchairs and walking aids
These are subject to the incomePartial to full expenses are paid at public expense.Sometimes, it is also possible to
Selection of welfare equipment is done with "specialists".
In the field of care and welfare, we don't just "give them the tools",Proposals and adjustments tailored to the person's physical condition and living environmentis important.
- There are so many steps in the room that it's difficult to maneuver a wheelchair."
- It's hard to get up out of bed."
- The bathroom is so small that it's hard for caregivers to get in there with me."
A welfare equipment specialist consultant will select and install the equipment to meet these concerns.
Support from Daiseikai and Kunikai [PR].
Based in Numata City, Gunma Prefecture, supporting the elderly and people with disabilities.
At [Medical Corporation Taiseikai] and [Social Welfare Corporation Kuninkai],
Community-basedSupport for the introduction of welfare equipment in conjunction with nursing care and welfare servicesThe company is conducting the following activities.
- System guidance by care managers and consultation support specialists
- Coordination of the use of welfare equipment when using the facility
- Safe environment in collaboration with home support
I want to install handrails in my home, or maybe my bed isn't the right size."
Please feel free to contact us for such concerns.
▶ Daiseikai Nursing Care Services
▶ Disability Welfare Services of Kuninkai
Conclusion｜Know the system and live a safe life.
Welfare equipment is not only for the elderly and the disabled themselves,A tool that also contributes greatly to reducing the burden on the family members who care for the patient.It is.
I didn't hesitate because it looked expensive,Assistance within reach if you take advantage of the systemThere are many
In Numata City, community-based consultation centers and collaboration with professionals enable people to continue to live at home with peace of mind.
Why don't you take the first step and talk to us?
