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Belgian and Dutch health insurance

Belgian and Dutch health insurance policies provide valuable support for people looking for home care while spending time in Spain, whether for a winter stay or a holiday. Both Belgium and the Netherlands have robust healthcare systems that prioritize comprehensive coverage, including provisions for home care assistance or guidance abroad. With the right preparation and communication, Belgian and Dutch insurance policies can serve as valuable tools, allowing you to enjoy your time on the Costa Blanca while getting the care and support you need.

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Home care and guidance abroad

The Belgian healthcare system ensures that residents have access to a wide range of home care services, such as nursing, personal assistance and medical equipment. Through the national social security system, Belgian health insurance policies often extend coverage to home care services while people temporarily stay abroad, including in Spain.

Similarly, the Dutch healthcare system emphasizes the importance of home care services, which provide coverage for various forms of assistance, medical supplies and support. Dutch health insurance policies usually offer flexibility and may include provisions for home care services abroad, for people who choose to spend time in Spain.

Continuity of care and guidance

For those enjoying a longer stay or holiday in Spain, Belgian and Dutch health insurance can play an important role in ensuring continuity of care. While specific coverage details may vary depending on the insurer and policy, many people find that their insurance plans include support for home care services abroad.

Before you come to the Costa Blanca, you must ask your health insurer for permission to receive care during your holiday or winter stay in Spain. Home nursing and care are often included in the basic coverage of your health insurance. By proactively coordinating with your insurer and understanding the terms of your policy, you can access the necessary home care services and guidance with confidence and peace of mind.

Spanish Home care and assistance

Another option is to apply for care and assistance in Spain. Depending on your legal qualification in Spain, you are entitled to healthcare and financial benefits from both the public system and to take out private life and/or health insurance. The public system will assess your dependency situation and establish procedures for accessing SAAD benefits and establishing your Individual Care Program (PIA):
  • Uw woonplaats is in de provincie Alicante: de sociale diensten van uw eerstelijnsgezondheidscentrum voeren beoordelingen uit.
  • Hospital admission: you have been admitted to a public or private hospital for long-term and medium-term stay in Alicante to assess suitability.
  • Mental health disorders: professionals from the mental health centers in Alicante carry out assessments.
In Spain, financial benefits for long-term care are generally guaranteed, except under specific legal provisions.