Saxony-Anhalt has the highest average age in Germany, and the impending retirement of the baby boomer generation is exacerbating concerns about future elder care. Experts agree that the state urgently needs to recruit skilled workers from abroad to fill the growing gap in caregivers. This demographic shift poses a significant challenge to the region's social services infrastructure. However, the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party opposes relying on foreign labor to address the problem. The dispute highlights a broader political debate over immigration and its role in tackling demographic challenges. Finding solutions is critical to ensure adequate care for the aging population of Saxony-Anhalt and beyond. The future of elder care in the region hangs in the balance, dependent on addressing labor shortages and navigating differing political viewpoints.