Question juridique clé
Whether the insured was entitled to a medium-degree helplessness allowance rather than only a low-degree allowance.
Solution extraite
Yes. He needed regular and important third-party help for three ordinary acts of life and also regular accompaniment for everyday necessities, so the requirements for a medium-degree allowance were met.
Motifs extraits
The court held that accompaniment under Art. 38 RAI is a supplementary and independent form of assistance, not limited to psychic impairments. The insured needed repeated help for medical reminders, household tasks, and administrative matters, which together exceeded two hours per week and were regular.