# German long-term care insurance legislative changes > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/german-long-term-care-insurance-legislative-changes > Updated: 2026-08-31T16:20:20.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2. The VdK social association in Germany is actively engaging with citizens regarding upcoming changes to long-term care insurance. Following a government draft of the Care Reorganization Act (Pflegeneuordnungsgesetz), the association advised individuals to apply for care levels (Pflegegrade) immediately. This recommendation stems from concerns that new legislation may implement stricter criteria for care classifications, potentially making it harder to qualify for levels one through three. VdK President Verena Bentele warned that while the law is not yet passed, those seeking upgrades to existing care levels should proceed with caution to avoid the risk of being downgraded under new rules. In response to these legislative shifts, the association is conducting regional information sessions. For example, in Neuenhaßlau, experts are organizing meetings to educate citizens on how to obtain care levels and navigate benefits, specifically addressing planned legislative changes for 2027. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-31: VdK social association holds regional meetings and information sessions in Germany VdK regional branches in Germany are holding annual meetings and organizing information sessions regarding care insurance and long-term care benefits for members and citizens. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vdk-social-association-holds-regional-meetings-and-information-sessions-in-germany ### 2026-08-18: VdK advises immediate care level applications in Germany The VdK social association advises Germans to apply for care levels immediately, warning that the upcoming Care Reorganization Act may introduce stricter eligibility criteria for new applicants. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vdk-advises-immediate-care-level-applications-in-germany --- Cite as: German long-term care insurance legislative changes. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/german-long-term-care-insurance-legislative-changes