Mobile nursing care supports children in Austria for 25 years
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MOKI, a mobile nursing service in Burgenland, Austria, has provided care for children with complex needs for 25 years.
The service began by supporting parents of premature babies after hospital discharge and now cares for children and adolescents with chronic illnesses, disabilities, and those recovering from surgery, as well as children receiving palliative care. MOKI currently operates with two teams, one for general pediatric nursing and another specializing in palliative care, both of which visit families in their homes.
MOKI fills a vital gap in the healthcare system by enabling children who need care to remain at home and providing families with practical and emotional support. The Burgenland regional government works closely with MOKI, covering a significant portion of the care costs. Social Welfare Councillor Leonhard Schneemann stated that the region will continue to provide MOKI with 440,000 Euros annually, recognising the growing need for support in child and youth welfare. MOKI also receives funding through donations.
