Prerequisites
- They live in Hamburg.
- They are at least 18 years old.
- They have a disability or
- They are at risk of disability and
- Your disability hinders you in everyday life.
- Your doctor has diagnosed you with an addiction. The diagnosis was made according to the criteria of the ICD-10, the international classification system for diseases.
Documents required
- Copy of identity card or passport
- Copy of health insurance card
- Release from the duty of confidentiality
- Application form “Form A - Application for integration assistance for addiction” completed
- Current proof of income (for example, pay slips or notification from the job center)
- Medical records with ICD diagnoses for addiction and mental illnesses
If applicable, additionally:
- Identification of the caregiver
- Proof of severe disability
- Proof of residence status
- Placement order pursuant to Section 1831 of the German Civil Code (BGB)
- Medical reports for placement in accordance with Section 1831 of the German Civil Code (BGB)
- Confirmation of placement by the requested institution
Please note
The following forms of service provision exist for addiction integration assistance:
Special form of accommodation (formerly “residential facility”)
This special form of housing offers you close support in group homes or small shared apartments. You can use this service permanently or for a limited time. You will receive, in particular,
- Support with managing your household and organizing your daily life
- Assistance with official procedures and financial matters
- Support in dealing with your addiction and promotion of a structured daily routine
- Promoting your social contacts and participation in social life
- Support and promotion of your leisure activities
- If necessary, support in finding your own living space
Assisted living (formerly "outpatient assisted living")
Assisted living offers you outpatient support in everyday life in your own apartment or in apartments that are provided, in particular
- Support with managing your household and organizing your daily life
- Support in dealing with your addiction
- Help with social contacts and your integration into the community
- Support with official procedures
- Support for your leisure activities and an independent weekly structure
- Advice and support in planning your household or regulating your debts
Outpatient Social Psychiatry - Addiction (ASP-S)
ASP-S is an outpatient support service that takes place directly in your home or in your familiar surroundings, in particular
- Individual support in dealing with your addiction
- Support with managing your household and organizing your daily life
- Support with official procedures, applications or other bureaucratic tasks
- Advice and support with budget planning or debt settlement
- Promoting your social participation and providing support during leisure activities
Personal Budget
The personal budget is financial support that helps you organize necessary support yourself and manage it flexibly. You can use the personal budget for areas such as counseling, accompaniment, or leisure activities. You decide who supports you (for example, professionals or acquaintances) and how often.
Personal budget as an employer model
In the employer model, you assume the role of employer for your assistants. This also means that you are not only responsible for selecting the employees, but must also fulfill all the duties and rights of an employer.
The responsible body will work with you to determine which type of service provision is sensible and helpful for you.
If you do not have an addiction but require support due to a physical, mental, or intellectual disability, a different agency is responsible for your application for integration assistance. Further information can be found in the "Links" section.
Deadlines
Integration assistance benefits will be granted to you no earlier than the 1st day of the month in which you submit the application.
