Informal carers now benefit from stronger support to better recognise the essential role they play for a sick, elderly, disabled or dependent loved one. Benefits are increasing for unemployed carers, social rights are being extended to carers recognised by the health insurance fund, and an exemption request can temporarily be submitted retroactively. For employees, leave is also being extended: up to 6 months of full interruption for the same person being cared for, 12 months of half-time interruption and 30 months of one-fifth-time interruption, with the minimum period reduced to one week subject to the employer's agreement. A concrete step forward allowing everyone to help a loved one without having to choose between family solidarity and income security.
- Government: Federal government
- Minister: David Clarinval
- Stage: Adopted by Parliament