Berlin's Health Authority Reviews 800 Care Facilities for DeficienciesMon 22nd Dec, 2025The Berlin State Office for Health and Social Affairs (Lageso) has conducted approximately 800 inspections of care and support facilities across the city over the past year. These included long-term residential care homes, assisted living communities, specialized residential arrangements for individuals with mental or physical disabilities, and other care facilities. The central task of the Berlin care home supervisory authority is to safeguard the well-being and rights of adults who require nursing or special assistance in group living environments. This included 265 long-term care facilities, 146 residential establishments for people with intellectual, physical, or multiple disabilities, 116 day and night care centers, 15 short-term care units, 18 hospice facilities, 14 specialized facilities for those with mental health conditions, and 4 residential homes offering supplementary care services. By combining routine checks with responsive investigations, the city works to uphold quality and accountability within its diverse network of care and support facilities.

Source: The Munich Eye December 22, 2025 17:36 UTC