Living with a chronic illness
Are you dealing with a long-term or chronic illness? Don’t put your life on hold. Helan is by your side with care and support tailored to your needs. So you can enjoy maximum comfort, both at home and away from home.
What is a long-term or chronic illness?
A long-term or chronic illness is a condition that lasts for a long time and requires treatment for at least 6 months. Such a condition can be hereditary, but environmental factors and lifestyle also play a role.
The older you get, the higher the chance of being confronted with one or more long-term illnesses. But young people are also affected. And that can significantly disrupt your life. Whatever your challenges may be, the right support makes all the difference.
Which chronic illnesses are there?
Some of the most common chronic illnesses are:
What are you entitled to as a chronic patient?
Do you want to know which social and tax benefits you are entitled to? Do you need help applying for them? Our social workers support you in identifying your care needs and provide tailored advice. Completely free of charge.
A selection from our care offering
Helan benefit psychotherapy
Feeling a bit off? Get support from a psychologist. We provide reimbursement for your sessions. Children, young people and adults receive €10 reimbursement per session for a maximum of 12 sessions per year.
Through BloomUp, you get quick and easy access to online psychological support. Within two days, you can book a free introductory session with a licensed psychologist. Is it a good match? Then you schedule follow-up consultations together. You can also count on €10 reimbursement per session for a maximum of 12 sessions per year here as well.
Home nursing care
Do you need temporary, long-term or permanent nursing care? Rely on our professional and dedicated nurses. They visit you at home and take the time for your medical and personal care.
Support for informal caregivers
Do you regularly care for someone in your close social circle? A partner, child, parent or friend? Then you are an informal caregiver. Discover how we support you, practically, financially and emotionally.
Recovery stay
Do you need a suitable recovery stay to rehabilitate after a hospital admission or intensive treatment? Our social workers support you with advice and guidance, and help you find temporary care options.
Helan Healthcare Shop
Looking for equipment to stay healthy and active? Or a wheelchair or hospital bed to support your recovery? At the Helan Healthcare Shop, you’ll find everything you need. All of high quality.
Whether you want to buy or hire, our advisers are here to help.
Benefits and reimbursements
Helan supports you with valuable benefits and reimbursements. A selection from our offer: