Parenthood of people with disabilities

Many people with disabilities or chronic illnesses want to start a family. They have a right to do so. Sharing life with children is a great joy, but it is not always easy to be a parent - especially if one parent has an impairment.

As a future grandparent or relative, perhaps you are thinking about this? Find out here where you can find advice and help to support your family.

For parents with an impairment, everyday family life is sometimes particularly stressful. If you, as a grandparent or relative, offer your help in caring for and looking after the child, this is a great support for the family. But perhaps this alone is not enough? If so, professional advice centers will help you to obtain further assistance - taking into account the respective life situation and individual needs.

For parents with physical limitations, mental illness or a mental disability, there are many support services that facilitate active and self-determined parenthood. The support is always based on the type and severity of the impairment and the individual circumstances. There are entitlements to financial assistance or material aids (e.g. barrier-free cribs, adapted changing tables).

A distinction is usually made between parental assistance and accompanied parenting when it comes to other services for families: