
Life Areas
Not every topic fits neatly into a category—but it helps when information can be found where one expects it.
In the Thematic Spaces, we organize contributions according to areas of life: from school and transitions to self-care, siblings, leisure activities, or challenging phases.
This space is developed gradually and remains deliberately open: not finished, but alive. If you would prefer that a topic not be addressed, or if you would like to suggest an idea, please feel free to contact us.

Life Areas
The birth of a child brings many questions and sometimes unexpected challenges. Here, parents can find information and support services for their baby's early years, from midwifery care and family counselling to medical care at home.
Every child develops at their own pace. When additional support is needed, various services are available. Here, families can find information on early intervention, developmental assessments, financial assistance and other resources to make everyday life easier.
Finding suitable childcare is an important step for many families. Here, we provide information on childcare services, inclusive nurseries, individual support options, financial assistance and relevant regulations.
The right assistive equipment can promote independence and ease the burden on caregivers. Here, you can find information on medical, orthopaedic and technical aids, as well as suppliers, rental options and funding.
Primary School
School introduces new structures, interactions, and sometimes uncertainties. In this section, you will find ideas and resources related to everyday school life, collaboration with the school, and available support options.
As children grow, their priorities evolve: puberty, independence, personal boundaries, friendships. Here, we share experiences related to these transitions, identity development, everyday life, and the resources available to support them during this period.
The transition into employment often raises many practical questions. In this section, we bring together information, personal accounts, and avenues for reflection on post-school options.
Not everyone with a disability is able to work. Day activity services offer adapted activities, support and opportunities for social participation. Here you will find an overview of the services available in Luxembourg, along with information on financial support and potential entitlements.
In adulthood, housing, health, support, and future planning become increasingly important. Here, you will find articles that guide you step by step, drawing on the practical experience of the community.
As family members and those affected grow older, their daily lives and questions about the future evolve.
This includes health, housing, support, and safety, step by step.
Siblings often carry things quietly alongside everything else.
Some become what is sometimes called “glass children” or “shadow children” – a lot of responsibility, little space.
This theme space brings together impulses that support, relieve and make their experiences visible.


Birth & Early Life
After Birth – Midwifery & Postnatal Support
-
CNS – Midwifery Services and Reimbursement – Postnatal midwifery care at home, generally during the first 15 days after birth, with extended support available in certain circumstances. Information on covered services and reimbursement.
-
Luxembourg Association of Midwives – Find a Midwife – Directory of midwives practising in Luxembourg, including contact details and geographical coverage.
-
Liewensliicht – Midwifery Support with Félicie Wietor – Midwifery care, breastfeeding, feeding, babywearing and sleep guidance, as well as courses and workshops.
Advice & Support for Young Families
-
Eltereforum – Parent Forums in Luxembourg – Opportunities to meet other parents, parent-child activities, advice and guidance.
-
Ligue médico-sociale – Baby and Young Child Consultations (0–4 years) – Free consultations on health, feeding, development and everyday family life.
-
Initiativ Liewensufank – Advice and support around childbirth, breastfeeding, parenting and the first months with a baby.
-
Fondation Kannerschlass – BayBee Project (0–2 years) – Early developmental support and home-based guidance for families in the Nordstad region.
-
APEMH – SCAF – Individualised support at home for families with children with intellectual disabilities.
-
Luxembourg Red Cross – Parent-Infant Support – Support for families experiencing infant sleep, feeding or self-regulation difficulties.
-
Eltereschoul Janusz Korczak – Fondation Kannerschlass – Parenting courses, discussion groups, workshops and parent-child activities from early infancy.
Paediatric Home Nursing Care
-
Camille – Paediatric Home Care – Specialised nursing care for children of all ages, including infusions, tube feeding, personal care and overnight monitoring. Support is also available in nurseries and schools. Nationwide service.
-
Päiperléck – Petite Enfance (0–18 years) – Specialised paediatric home nursing and support provided by a multidisciplinary team, including prescribed medical care and services covered by Luxembourg's long-term care insurance (Assurance dépendance). Nationwide service.
Diagnosis & Genetic Testing
-
LNS – National Centre of Genetics – Genetic testing and counselling when a genetic condition is suspected.
-
CHL – National Rare Diseases Hub – Medical guidance and access to specialist expertise for rare and complex conditions.
Understanding a Diagnosis & Finding Support
-
Orphanet – Rare Diseases – Information on rare diseases, diagnosis, treatments and specialist centres.
-
Unique – Rare Chromosome & Gene Disorders – Easy-to-understand guides on rare chromosome and genetic conditions, along with opportunities to connect with other affected families.
-
ALAN – Rare Diseases Luxembourg – Advice, guidance and psychosocial support for people affected by rare diseases, including those without a confirmed diagnosis.
“These are existing services and organisations in Luxembourg.
Names are kept in their original language to help you find them more easily.”


Development & Support
Early Intervention & Developmental Support
-
SRP – Hëllef fir de Puppelchen (0–4 years) – Multidisciplinary early intervention and rehabilitation for children with developmental delays or disabilities, including physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and psychomotor therapy.
-
SIPO – Early Intervention Service (0–6 years) – Therapeutic and educational early intervention and developmental support, particularly within the child's familiar environment.
-
PRIMA – Fondation Kannerschlass (0–6 years) – Interdisciplinary developmental assessment and early intervention for children showing developmental difficulties, provided at the service's premises or at home.
-
AMANE – APEMH (0–6 years) – Nationwide early intervention for children with developmental delays or developmental risks, mainly through home-based support.
Early Intervention Through the ONE
-
ONE – Early Orthopedagogical Intervention (0–8 years) – Individualised developmental support for children and their families within Luxembourg's child and family assistance system.
-
ONE – Services and Approved Providers – Information on early intervention services and accredited independent professionals.
Specialised Early Intervention & Developmental Assessment
-
Centre de Logopédie – Early Support for Children with Hearing Impairments – Early intervention from infancy, support for communication and language development, and guidance for parents and childcare providers.
-
Audiophonology Service – Directorate of Health – Free newborn hearing screening, language development assessments and guidance on hearing and speech difficulties.
-
CHL – Autism Unit, KannerKlinik – Specialised developmental assessment and early support for children with a suspected autism spectrum condition.
Childcare Costs & Financial Assistance
-
Guichet.lu – Childcare Service Voucher (CSA) – Financial assistance towards childcare costs in approved nurseries, mini-nurseries and with registered childminders.
-
MEN – Free Childcare Hours – Information on up to 20 free childcare hours per week for children aged 1–4, subject to eligibility conditions.
Financial Support for Children with Disabilities
-
CAE – Special Supplementary Allowance – Additional family allowance for children with a permanent impairment of at least 50% compared with a child of the same age, according to Luxembourg's assessment criteria.
-
Guichet.lu – Eligibility and Application – Information on the required medical certificate and how to apply for the special supplementary allowance.
Long-Term Care Insurance – Assurance dépendance
-
CNS – Long-Term Care Insurance – Information on benefits, application procedures and medical reports.
-
AEC – Long-Term Care Insurance for Children – Benefits for children with ongoing care and assistance needs beyond those expected for their age due to illness or disability, including infants and young children.
Healthcare Reimbursement & Family Leave
-
CNS – Physiotherapy – Coverage of medically prescribed physiotherapy, generally reimbursed at 100% of the approved rates for children under 18.
-
CNS – Speech and Language Therapy – Coverage of medically prescribed speech and language therapy, generally reimbursed at 100% of the approved rates for children under 18.
-
CNS – Psychomotor Therapy - Coverage of medically prescribed psychomotor therapy, reimbursed at 100% of th approved rates for children under 18. Prior authorisation is required.
-
Guichet.lu – Leave for Family Reasons – Leave allowing parents to care for a sick child. Statutory leave entitlement is doubled for children receiving the special supplementary allowance.
“These are existing services and organisations in Luxembourg.
Names are kept in their original language to help you find them more easily.”


Early Childhood Care
Inclusive Nurseries & Early Childhood Care
-
Topolino – APEMH, Differdange – Inclusive nursery providing individually adapted care for children with and without additional support needs.
-
Kokopelli – APEMH, Bettembourg – Inclusive nature-based nursery offering care adapted to each child's needs.
-
MEN – Directory of Childcare Facilities – Information on and access to approved nurseries, mini-nurseries and other childcare services in Luxembourg.
Additional Support & Inclusion in Childcare
-
Incluso – APEMH – Free guidance for parents and childcare providers on including and supporting children with additional needs, even without a confirmed diagnosis.
-
Guichet.lu – Individualised Care Plan (PAI) – Individual care plan for children with chronic medical conditions or specific healthcare needs.
Childcare Costs & Financial Assistance
-
Guichet.lu – Childcare Service Voucher (CSA) – Financial assistance towards childcare costs in approved nurseries, mini-nurseries and with registered childminders.
-
MEN – Free Childcare Hours – Information on up to 20 free childcare hours per week for children aged 1–4, subject to eligibility conditions.
“These are existing services and organisations in Luxembourg.
Names are kept in their original language to help you find them more easily.”


Assistive Equipment
Funding & Applying for Assistive Equipment
-
CNS – Medical Devices and Equipment – Information on medical prescriptions, eligible devices and reimbursement conditions.
-
Guichet.lu – Assistive Equipment Through Long-Term Care Insurance – Application and provision of assistive equipment for ongoing support needs, even without entitlement to regular personal care benefits.
Assistive Devices & Medical Equipment
-
SMA – Service Moyens Accessoires – Provision and loan of assistive equipment such as wheelchairs, medical beds and mobility aids, subject to individual needs and eligibility conditions.
-
Hospilux – Medical Equipment – Medical devices, nursing and breastfeeding supplies, including breast pump rental.
-
KOHNEN / PROTEOR – Orthopaedic Equipment – Custom-made braces, orthoses, seating systems and other individually adapted orthopaedic devices.
Other Suppliers in Luxembourg
-
HALTO – Directory of Medical, Orthopaedic and Assistive Equipment Suppliers Suppliers offering equipment for purchase, rental, loan and individual adaptation.
“These are existing services and organisations in Luxembourg.
Names are kept in their original language to help you find them more easily.”


Primary school
Starting School & Compulsory Education
-
Guichet.lu – Enrolment in Fundamental Education – Information on optional early education from age 3, compulsory education from age 4, enrolment procedures and starting school.
-
Guichet.lu – Postponing School Entry by One Year (Sursis scolaire) – Parents may request a one-year postponement of school entry for health or developmental reasons, supported by a paediatrician's certificate and subject to approval by the municipal council.
Starting School with Additional Support Needs
-
MEN – Inclusion in Fundamental Education – Information on individual support measures and specialised professionals supporting children in mainstream schools.
-
Inclusive Education – Inclusion Commissions (CI) – Regional commissions advising parents and helping plan appropriate educational support.
-
Guichet.lu – Support for Pupils with Special Educational Needs – Overview of I-EBS, A-EBS, ESEB and other school support services.
ESEB / School assistance & additional support measures (primary education)
-
MENJE – Mesures d’aide dans l’enseignement fondamental (I‑EBS / A‑EBS)
-
Inclusion-scolaire.lu – Enseignement fondamental (Assistance en classe / ESEB)
-
Guichet.lu – Encadrement et prise en charge des élèves à besoins spécifiques (Fondamental)
Parent forums / parent representation
After-school care / childcare outside school hours
Respite care / “heures de garde”
“These are existing services and organisations in Luxembourg.
Names are kept in their original language to help you find them more easily.”


Youth
Secondary school & support
-
MENJE – Mesures d'aide dans l'enseignement secondaire (ESEB im Lycée)
-
CePAS (Centre psycho-social et d'accompagnement scolaires – SePAS)
Competence centres & cohabitation classes
-
MENJE – Centres de compétences en psychopédagogie spécialisée (Übersicht)
-
Inclusion-scolaire.lu – Centres de compétences (Kurzprofile)
Therapies & support
-
Office national de l’enfance (ONE) – Soutien: psychomotricité, ergothérapie, orthophonie (u. a.)
-
Portal education – Mesures d’accompagnement (dont psychomotricité / ergothérapie)
-
APEMH – Soutien individuel à domicile (u. a. ergothérapeutes)
Sex education & relationships
Holidays / camps / leisure activities
Inclusive sports
-
Portail du sport – Projet I'mPOSSIBLE (inclusion / mouvement paralympique)
-
Luxembourg public – Sport pour tous (inkl. multi-handi-sports, 8–16 ans)
-
Sport‑Santé (activités physiques thérapeutiques / maladies chroniques)
“These are existing services and organisations in Luxembourg.
Names are kept in their original language to help you find them more easily.”


Work
Guidance & transition (school → employment)
Recognition, applications & employment support
-
Guichet.lu – Recognition as an employee with a disability (salarié handicapé status)
-
Guichet.lu – Referral to the open labour market or a sheltered workshop (COR)
-
ADEM – Employment integration measures and financial assistance
-
CAE – Extension of family allowances up to age 25 (education, specialised training, apprenticeships)
Mobility (Adapto / Mobibus)
Professional Inclusion Workshops (AIP) in Luxembourg
Professional Inclusion Workshops (Ateliers d’inclusion professionnelle – AIP), formerly known as sheltered workshops (ateliers protégés), offer people with a recognised disability adapted jobs, professional support and opportunities to participate in working life.
Providers and locations – alphabetical overview:
-
APEMH – Bettange-sur-Mess, Bettembourg, Hosingen, Limpach
-
ATP – Ateliers thérapeutiques – Ehlange, Ettelbruck, Kehlen, Schieren, Mersch, Wiltz
-
Ateliers du Tricentenaire – Bissen
-
Ateliers Kräizbierg – Dudelange
-
Autisme Luxembourg – Beckerich, Useldange
-
Bieschbecher Atelier – Bissen, Rollingen
-
Coopérations – Wiltz, Wilwerwiltz
-
Erliefnis Baggerweier – Schwebsingen, Wintrange
-
Lëlljer Gaart – Lullange
-
Ligue HMC – Capellen, Olm
-
Mathëllef – Moutfort
-
Op der Schock – Redange-sur-Attert
-
Trisomie 21 / ConcepT21 – Belvaux
-
Yolande Coop / Elisabeth – Betzdorf, Grevenmacher, Mondorf-les-Bains
Income & financial support
Pay in a Professional Inclusion Workshop (AIP)
People who have recognised employee-with-a-disability status and work in an AIP have an employment contract and receive wages. Pay is based on the applicable statutory minimum wage provisions and the working hours agreed in their contract.
Revenu pour salariés handicapés (RSH)
People with recognised employee-with-a-disability status (salarié handicapé) who are able to work but cannot find suitable employment for reasons beyond their control may, under certain legal conditions, qualify for the allowance for employees with disabilities (RSH).
Applications are processed through the ADEM Medical Commission. Payments are made by the National Solidarity Fund (FNS).
Further information


Day Activity Services (SAJ)
Applications & Financial Matters
Mobility (Adapto / Mobibus)
Day Activity Services (SAJ) in Luxembourg
-
APEMH – Esch-sur-Alzette, Belval, Clervaux, Mondorf-les-Bains
-
Autisme Luxembourg – Sandweiler
-
CHNP – De Park – Ettelbruck
-
Fondation Autisme Luxembourg – Belvaux, Munshausen, Rambrouch
-
Fondation Kräizbierg – Dudelange
-
Foyer Eisléker Heem – Lullange
-
Ligue HMC – Capellen, Wiltz
-
Op der Schock – Kuborn
-
Tricentenaire – Bissen
-
Yolande / Elisabeth Handicap – Betzdorf, Mondorf-les-Bains
Financial Support for People Unable to Work
People aged 18 and over who are unable to work due to a severe disability may, subject to certain legal conditions, be eligible for the Allowance for Persons with Severe Disabilities (RPGH – Revenu pour personnes gravement handicapées).
Applications are submitted to the Medical Commission of ADEM. Payments are made by the National Solidarity Fund (FNS).
Further Information


Adulthood
Housing & living arrangements (supported / semi-independent / residential)
-
MFSVA – Relevé des services agréés pour personnes handicapées (Annuaire / PDF)
-
Fondation Kräizbierg – Nos structures de logement et d'accueil
-
Tricentenaire – Hébergement et accueil temporaire (Übersicht)
-
Op der Schock – Projet Wunnstruktur (Struktur d’hébergement)
Short stays / respite / temporary accommodation
-
Tricentenaire – Hébergement et accueil temporaire (Infos & Angebot)
-
Tricentenaire – 321 Vakanz (Reisen & Ausflüge für Menschen mit Behinderung)
-
COOPERATIONS – Centre Loisirs (Freizeit, Abende/Wochenenden/Ferien)
Guardianship / legal protection for adults
-
Justice.lu – Service central d’assistance sociale (SCAS) – Service des tutelles
-
Klaro – Informations sur curatelle et tutelle (Flyer / PDF, leicht zugänglich)
Home care & support (care services at home)
Home adaptation / accessibility (housing adjustments)
-
Guichet.lu – Prime pour aménagements spéciaux (logement) – personnes en situation de handicap
-
AEC – Adaptation des prestations « aides techniques » et « adaptations du logement » (Info)
Relationships, intimacy & sexuality (guidance / support)
-
APEMH – Vie affective et sexuelle des personnes en situation de handicap (Infos & Angebote)
-
Planning Familial – Consultations psychologiques et sexologiques
-
CESAS – Réseau (structures & ressources en santé affective et sexuelle)
“These are existing services and organisations in Luxembourg.
Names are kept in their original language to help you find them more easily.”


Future & ageing
Geriatrics / care in older age
-
Informationen zum Thema altgewordene Menschen mit geistiger Behinderung
-
Guichet.lu – Participation aux prix de prestations (accueil gérontologique)
Dementia / Alzheimer’s
Palliative care / advance directives (end of life)
Inheritance / succession / wills
Grief / support after loss (bereavement)
“These are existing services and organisations in Luxembourg.
Names are kept in their original language to help you find them more easily.”


Siblings
National
Germany – siblings (networks, search, groups, camps)
Germany – Young Carers
Austria – siblings & Young Carers
Switzerland – Young Carers (Beratung, Get-togethers, Orientierung)
Concepts & understanding
“These are existing services and organisations.
Names are kept in their original language to help you find them more easily.”
