Abstract: An adjusting device is to be constructed in such a way that it is possible to dispense with cable placement or wiring work. Moreover, fastening elements included as loose parts are dispensed with, so that the adjusting device is simpler for the user to handle. The adjusting drives needed for the adjustment of the foot part and the head part are arranged in a box-like housing (10). The adjusting spindles are assigned to the oppositely located front ends of the housing (10). Guides for the adjusting nuts (14) are formed on at the inner surfaces of the housing (10). Moreover, the housing (10) is provided with catch means for fixing the adjusting drives (11). The control of the two adjusting drives is effected jointly or independently from one another by means of one control unit (24).The adjusting device, according to the invention, is to be used particularly for beds in the living area.