In Germany people must pay for personal assistance themselves, until their income and assets are almost exhausted, unless they have insurance cover. “You can have a maximum of 2600 Euros in assets and retain from your income each month 800 Euros plus enough money to pay your rent.” says Corina Zolle, who has employed her own personal assistants for 20 years. “Compared with Germany, Sweden is a paradise.” She adds.
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