Older adults

Checking care services at home

Organise assistance under long-term care benefit.

7 minutes to read Last checked: 20.10.2026
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Important to know

Tachles Israel is an independent information service, not a government authority. Check binding conditions, eligibility and deadlines with the official source.

Before you start

Check National Insurance requirements and keep sensitive evidence in official systems.

Who is this guide for?

Relatives exploring home-care support.

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Conditions and exceptions

General information, not an eligibility decision or professional advice.

Step by step

The checklist

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01

Describe daily assistance

List mobility, washing, dressing, eating or supervision needs for professional assessment.
What should you prepare?

Functional description, medical and income records.

Please note

General information, not an eligibility decision or professional advice.

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02

Check conditions

Read age, residence and income requirements; this differs from general disability benefit.
What should you prepare?

Relevant personal evidence.

Please note

General information, not an eligibility decision or professional advice.

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03

Submit the care claim

Collect medical/financial evidence, complete the official claim and retain receipt.
What should you prepare?

Claim and supporting records.

Please note

General information, not an eligibility decision or professional advice.

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04

Check the approved service mix

After approval examine the level and offered care hours, services or money under official conditions.
What should you prepare?

Decision and status record.

Please note

General information, not an eligibility decision or professional advice.

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05

Respond to changed circumstances

Check deterioration/reassessment routes after changes; seek appropriate medical help for urgent health concerns.
What should you prepare?

Decision, references and updated evidence.

Please note

General information, not an eligibility decision or professional advice.

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