Higher minimum wage in geriatric care
Around 1.3 million employees in geriatric care who receive the minimum wage will receive more money at the start of the new month. On December 1, the minimum wage per hour rose to 18.25 euros (+ 60 cents) for care professionals, 15.25 euros (+ 35 cents) for qualified care assistants and 14.15 euros (+ 25 cents) for care assistants.
A further increase is planned for May 1 of next year. From then on, skilled workers are to receive 19.50 euros, qualified assistants 16.50 euros and auxiliary staff 15.50. On July 1, 2025, the minimum wage for skilled workers will rise by a further euro, for qualified assistants by 85 cents and for auxiliary staff by 60 cents.
The increases will be implemented by decree by the Federal Ministry of Social Affairs and are based on the recommendations of the eight-member Care Commission. It is made up of employer and employee representatives from the care sector.
- The increase in wages for nursing professions in geriatric care will significantly impact the finances of social affairs organizations, requiring them to revise their budgets related to senior care.
- The rise in tariffs due to higher minimum wages for nursing professions may lead to debates regarding the overall financial health of the geriatric care sector, particularly if the increase in costs outpaces the availability of additional funding.
- As seniors benefit from better-compensated nursing professionals, they may experience improved care standards and quality of life, which ultimately depends on the effective allocation of financial resources and the flexibility of tariffs within the geriatric care system.
Source: www.dpa.com
