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Berlin Secures Equal Pay for Disabled Employers’ Personal Assistants

After years of uncertainty, disabled Berliners can now hire assistants at fair wages—without sacrificing independence. But will the Senate deliver on time?

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Berlin Secures Equal Pay for Disabled Employers’ Personal Assistants

The parliamentary resolution marks a win for both employers and assistants. It guarantees that wages for personal assistants will match those in professional assistance services. This change will be legally binding in the city’s budget law, easing fears that the employer model might disappear.

The employer model lets people with disabilities act as employers, hiring their own assistants for greater autonomy. Many prefer this system over traditional care services. But without competitive wages, the model could collapse, forcing people into state-dependent care and increasing public costs.

The Senate’s social affairs administration must now draft new technical guidelines. These rules will determine how much employers can pay their assistants starting January 2026. Social State Secretary Aziz Bozkurt (SPD) confirmed that the directive is being prepared and should arrive by the end of the year.

Employers are watching closely, waiting for clarity on wage levels. Assistant Anke expressed cautious optimism, hoping the directive comes soon so employers can plan ahead. The Senate is legally required to treat the employer model equally, but earlier requests for extra funding were rejected by the governing coalition.

The 2021 Berlin state election shaped the current political landscape. The SPD, Greens, and Left Party formed a coalition with the CDU, influencing policies on disability rights. While the SPD lost some support, the Left Party and Greens pushed for stronger protections in the employer model.

The resolution provides relief for people with disabilities who feared losing control over their care. The next step depends on the Senate issuing clear guidelines before the deadline. Without them, the system’s future—and the independence of thousands—remains uncertain.

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