Employment and pay for family caregivers

Terms of employment.

Pay is based on the basic care services provided by family caregivers and billed by us to the health insurers. The needs assessment accepted by the health insurers sets out the key details of the basic care to be provided. The gross hourly wage is CHF 36–42. In addition to the gross wage, we also pay Saturday and Sunday supplements. This amount includes all statutory social insurance contributions.

Under Art. 7 para. 2 let. c of the Health Insurance Benefits Ordinance (KLV), basic care measures are help and support for people in need of care with activities they cannot carry out themselves, such as: bandaging legs, putting on compression stockings, bedding and positioning, exercises and mobilisation, pressure ulcer prevention and measures to prevent or treat treatment-related skin damage, and help with oral and personal hygiene, dressing and undressing, and eating and drinking.

  • Age: 18 or over

  • A relative in need of care

  • A stable, long-term care situation for the person in need of care

  • Physical and cognitive ability to provide basic care

  • No employment law conflicts

  • Willingness to take part in quality measures in the care process

  • Consent of everyone involved

Employment: frequently asked questions

What are the benefits of family caregiving?

Family caregiving has benefits for both sides. People in need of care generally prefer familiar surroundings to a hospital or nursing home. In addition, it can significantly reduce healthcare costs. And for family caregivers, the benefit is that they are not only valued for caring for their loved ones, but also paid for it.

How do family caregivers in Switzerland receive financial compensation?

Family caregivers in Switzerland can be employed by pflegehero and be paid by the hour for providing basic care to a close relative.

Who counts as a “family caregiver”?

Family caregivers are direct relatives and people close to the person in need of care (e.g. flatmates) who provide care.

What type of care is paid?

All basic care services are paid, such as help with eating and drinking, personal hygiene, positioning or, for example, dressing and undressing.

Do I meet the requirements?

If you are of legal age and care for a relative who needs regular care, there is a good chance that you can be paid for it, even if you have reached AHV (state pension) age. For a more detailed assessment, please sign up for an initial consultation.

How much pay am I entitled to?

For the basic care you provide, you are paid a gross hourly wage of CHF 36–42 (plus Saturday and Sunday supplements). This is the best pay for family caregiving anywhere in Switzerland (see the K-Tipp comparison, PDF in German).

What should I do if I am interested in this kind of support or would like more information?

We will be happy to advise you personally on any questions about family caregiving and the possibility of employment. Book a free consultation.

Who is pflegehero?

pflegehero is a service offered by the Spitex organisations Spitex 24, private Care and reha@home that specialises in relieving and supporting relatives who provide care at home. We are a member of ASPS, the association of private Spitex organisations.

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