Publication date: 05.06.2024
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Outpatient care needs
The need for outside care may arise in different categories of persons depending on their physical, mental and social conditions. Permanent external care care is the systematic provision of supervision and assistance to a person who, due to physical or mental limitations, is unable to independently provide for his basic needs.
Here are some of the main categories of people who may need outside care:
Elderly: As people age, they may need help with personal hygiene, medication, household chores, and general care due to physical or cognitive limitations.
People with disabilities: These can be people with physical limitations who need help with mobility, personal hygiene, dressing, or people with cognitive disabilities who need support in performing various daily tasks.
Children and young people with special needs: Children with mental or physical disabilities may need specialist care and support.
People with mental illness: People with mental disorders such as schizophrenia or depression may need support to carry out daily functions and manage their condition.
People with temporary and long-term injuries: After serious injuries or operations, people may need temporary or permanent help with recovery and care.
Creating conditions for providing adequate third-party care is a key aspect of social protection for these categories of persons.Identifying needs and providing appropriate care helps ensure they live a fulfilling life and are supported at the right time.
Registration of permanent care
Medical confirmation:
Usually, a medical certificate of the need for such care is required for registration of permanent care.
Contractual approach:
For the organization of care, you can conclude a contract with medical or social services that provide the necessary services.
Support and help:
It is important to have support from loved ones or specialized organizations in the implementation of this care.
Also, a contract for the provision of care services may be concluded. It can be a contract between the parties that establishes the terms of providing personal care services. The contract may specify the responsibilities of the caretaker, the regime and conditions for providing services, payment for these services, and other important conditions.
Registration of care through organizations or institutions
Social services:
Ukraine has social services that can provide various types of assistance, including care for people who need constant care. Contacting social services can provide the necessary level of professional care and support.
Medical institutions:
Some medical facilities may also provide care services for patients with chronic or serious illnesses. This may include inpatient or outpatient care, depending on the individual's health.
Powers of the caretaker:
It is important to clearly define the responsibilities of the carer and his authority to make decisions in the absence of the person he cares for.
Protection of the rights of a person who needs care:
The legislation provides for the protection of the rights of the disabled and the elderly, in particular through the establishment of control mechanisms and the protection of their interests.
Registration procedure
You can contact local social services or medical institutions for detailed information about the care registration procedure. It is usually necessary to have documents confirming the state of health or the need for constant care. It is recommended to consult with a lawyer to obtain information about the rights and obligations of the parties in the process of registration of care.
A general recommendation is to turn to professional legal consultants to obtain information and support regarding the registration of permanent care for a person in accordance with the requirements of Ukrainian legislation.
