Puglia Region Launches “Care Pact” for Individuals with Severe Disabilities – 2025-2026 Funding
The Puglia Region has announced a new public notice for the “Care Pact for people with very severe, non-self-sufficient disabilities” for the 2025-2026 period. This initiative provides financial support to individuals with severe disabilities to enable them to hire a personal assistant for at least 12 months. The program aims to improve the quality of life for those requiring significant care by facilitating access to dedicated support within their homes.
who is Eligible?
The funding is intended for natural persons residing in the Puglia Region who have been diagnosed with a very severe, non-self-sufficient disability. Applicants will be able to hire a caregiver – either directly or through a temporary work agency – whose employment will be governed by the Contratto Collettivo Nazionale di Lavoro (CCNL) for domestic work, ensuring fair wages and working conditions.
Key Details:
Program Name: Care Pact for people with very severe, non-self-sufficient disabilities (Patto di Cura in favore di persone in condizione di disabilità gravissima non autosufficienti)
Funding Period: 2025-2026
Application deadline: September 19, 2025, at 12:00 PM (noon)
Application Method: Online only, through the Puglia Region’s dedicated platform.
Employment duration: Minimum 12 months for the hired caregiver.
Caregiver Contract: Governed by the CCNL for domestic work.How to Apply & Find More Details:
Applications must be submitted exclusively online. Detailed information about the program, eligibility criteria, required documentation, and the application platform can be found on the Puglia Region’s website: https://www.regione.puglia.it/web/welfare-diritti-e-cittadinanza/-/patto-di-cura-in-favore-di-persone-in-condizione-di-disabilit%C3%A0-gravissima-non-autosufficienti.-annualit%C3%A0-2025-26-domande-dal-4-agosto-2025. The application portal is expected to open on August 4, 2025.
Keywords:
Primary Topic: Disability Support / Home Care Assistance
Primary Keyword: Puglia Disability Care Pact
* Secondary Keywords: Puglia Region, Disability benefits, Home care, Personal assistant, Non-self-sufficient disability, CCNL domestic work, Caregiver employment, Social welfare Puglia, Disability funding Italy, “Patto di Cura”