A resident may accommodate a dedicated caregiver in their apartment at their own expense, following approval from the facility operator. The conditions are that the apartment is suitable for an additional person and the multidisciplinary team has approved this based on medical or functional need. (Shoshi Arbib Law Office.)
Can a Resident Have a Dedicated Caregiver?
A resident may accommodate a dedicated caregiver in their apartment at their own expense, following approval from the facility operator. The conditions are that the apartment is suitable for an additional person and the multidisciplinary team has approved this based on medical or functional need.
The resident may appeal the team's decision to the district physician. Adding a caregiver incurs an additional monthly payment of approximately NIS 300–1,000.
Can Nursing Care Benefit Be Received While in Assisted Living?
A person entitled to nursing care benefit who moves to an assisted living facility providing partial supervision may continue to receive the benefit. It is revoked only if the move is to a nursing wing providing full (24/7) supervision.
Can an assisted living resident retain their nursing care benefit in Israel?
Yes. A resident who is entitled to the nursing care benefit (gmilat si'ud) and moves to an assisted living facility with partial supervision can continue receiving it. The benefit is revoked only upon transfer to a fully supervised nursing wing providing 24/7 care. It is important to verify the level of supervision offered before moving.
What is the cost of adding a dedicated caregiver in an assisted living facility?
Adding a dedicated caregiver to live in the resident's apartment requires approval from the facility's multidisciplinary team and incurs an additional monthly payment to the operator of approximately NIS 300–1,000. The resident bears the caregiver's salary separately. The resident may appeal a refusal to the district physician.
Official References: National Insurance Institute of Israel · Israel Ministry of Justice · Israel Ministry of Justice — Lasting POA · Israeli Courts Administration · Israel Land Authority
Steps to Claiming Nursing-Care Allowance
- Check eligibility criteria — Confirm age requirements and functional dependency level as assessed by the National Insurance Institute's qualified nurse.
- Submit the claim — Complete the claim forms, attach current medical documentation, and coordinate the nurse's home assessment visit.
- Appeal a negative decision — If the claim is refused, file a written appeal supported by additional medical opinion within 90 days of receiving the decision.
- Activate the benefit — Choose a benefit format: a dedicated caregiver, community housing services, or a nursing facility, subject to NII approval.
Shoshi Arbib Law Office — Attorney | CPA | Mediator, Netanya, Israel.
