Luxembourg eases seniors’ transition from hospital to home
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Luxembourg’s Ministries of Family and Health launched a pilot program on Tuesday to support seniors moving from hospital care back to their homes.
Max Hahn and Martine Deprez announced the “Out of hospital” project, which provides a recovery period for older adults whose health has stabilised but who still need support before returning home. The program offers up to twelve weeks of care in participating facilities.
HPPA in Eischen, retirement homes in Clervaux and Niederkorn, and a Croix-Rouge facility in Junglinster, allowing patients time to regain independence and decide on their next steps, such as adapting their homes or moving into long-term care. Patients will pay 75 euros per day for the care, while the state will cover the remaining costs with an annual budget of 3.2 million euros.
Participating facilities must have dedicated units with at least six beds and collaborate with hospitals to ensure ongoing medical care. The program aims to improve patient wellbeing by offering a secure environment and avoiding prolonged hospital stays, which carry risks like hospital-acquired infections. It also gives families time to make necessary home modifications before their loved ones return. A steering committee will monitor the project through 2029, evaluating its effectiveness and determining whether to continue it beyond the pilot phase.
