Preventive care creates Security
Well regulated - at any age What members and relatives should know - clearly explained.
There are times in life when many things fit together well. The home is familiar, everyday life is settled, the days feel reliable. It is precisely these quiet phases that are good for thinking about tomorrow.
Precaution is often associated with getting older or with situations that people prefer to ignore. But at its core, it's about something very positive: being prepared. For yourself - and for the people close to you. Because an accident, a sudden illness or an unexpected change can happen to anyone, regardless of age.
Preparing creates clarity. And this clarity provides security - especially when it is needed.
Emergency contacts - a small specification with a big impact
An emergency contact is a person you trust who is informed if something unforeseen happens. This could be an accident, a short-term hospital stay or a situation in which you are temporarily unavailable. This way, information reaches the right person quickly.
We at BBG also want to provide our members with good support in such situations. That's why we offer the option of voluntarily registering an emergency contact with us. In an emergency, we then know who we can contact. This helps us to act quickly and prudently - and gives many members a good feeling.
Important here:
An emergency contact may not make any decisions and will not receive any information on contracts or personal data. Separate powers of attorney are required for such cases. However, a stored contact is very valuable as a first point of contact.
In addition, emergency contacts can also be stored personally - for example on a smartphone or in an emergency ID card.
Deposit emergency contact with the BBG
An emergency contact on file helps us to react quickly and correctly in an emergency.
- Name a person you trust
- This information is voluntary
- The contact will only be used in an emergency
- No personal information will be passed on
This will help us to be there for you when it matters.
Healthcare proxy - enabling decisions
The power of attorney goes one step further. It authorizes a trusted person to make decisions if you are temporarily or permanently no longer able to do so - for example due to illness, an accident or declining decision-making capacity.
Many people find it relieving to consciously manage this responsibility. It is particularly sensible to grant a power of attorney beyond death. This allows important matters to be clarified without delay, which provides noticeable support to relatives during an already stressful time.
The consumer advice center offers good guidance. An individual power of attorney can be drawn up there free of charge - with clear explanations and step-by-step help.
Power of attorney for information - who may be informed?
Many people assume that relatives automatically receive information. In fact, data protection is very strict: landlords, banks, insurance companies or even doctors are often not allowed to pass on information without express permission.
A power of attorney for information provides clarity here. It allows a trusted person to obtain certain information - for example on tenancies, contracts or financial matters. Especially in exceptional situations, this is a great relief for relatives who want to provide support.
The power of attorney can be granted in writing and informally. Names, addresses, a clear description of the authorized information, date and signature are important. It can be revoked at any time.