It is important that you take care of the person in need of help in his or her home. They must be a relative such as a spouse, child, parent, parent-in-law, fiancé(e) or foster child. If you are looking after your partner or registered partner, this will also be recognised.

There may also be a personal relationship with other people you are not related to, such as friends or neighbours.

You can claim the nursing care allowance if you take care of a person. The care must be provided in the home of the person or in your home in Germany and must not be paid for.