Moving into a nursing home is a drastic
change. Often years of intensive care precede this. It can feel like literally the
transfer care to another person.

Am I still a carer?
Even if a loved one lives and is cared for in a residential care home or nursing home, you remain as a
family member involved. For example, in making decisions, but also by visiting or
through practical help like doing laundry. After all, no one is closer to a father, mother,
partner, brother or sister. The roles do often change. Due to admission, some informal carers experience
That, with the elimination of 24-hour care, they have more space to be able to resume family too
are.

We are here for you!
For questions about care and help for a loved one, you will be given a point of contact after admission. This is called
often the care coordinator or primary caregiver (EVV). Does a loved one in the
nursing home have a very difficult time? Or is it difficult to understand a loved one's experience or behaviour
and be in support? Please indicate this. Some nursing homes have a social worker or
psychologist who can also provide support. In addition, even after moving a loved one, you can contact
Surplus Mantelzorg Zundert. They are happy to support with questions such as:
- How do I balance myself after years of care?
- How do I process the loss I am experiencing?
- How do I make questions negotiable?
- How do I get in touch with other informal carers?
- Am I eligible for carer appreciation?