Digitization in Winnenden: Lecture for better care agency!

Digitization in Winnenden: Lecture for better care agency!

In recent years, the topic of care and support for seniors has become increasingly important. In this context, Jens Flammann, the volunteer coordinator in Winnenden, organized a lecture on digitization in care placement. Thomas Oeben, the 53-year-old co-founder and CEO of the “Deinachbar” association, will appear as the speaker. The aim of this event is to improve the connection between people in need and the right helpers. Flammann notes that the previous processes are often inefficient in the agency, and sees great potential in digital solutions.

As Flammann found, the association "Deinnachbar" from Gauting is a promising example. This association coordinates neighborhood helpers through a user -friendly app. Thomas Oeben has an interesting professional career in the areas of logistics, IT and business administration. Since the foundation of the association in 2015, which was inspired by the demographic discussion of 2014, the goal is to ensure that the relevant senior citizens and their caring relatives are in need.

an innovative approach in care agency

The association "Deinnachbar" now has two permanent nurses and can fall back on a network of around 300 volunteers. To ensure that the volunteers are qualified, you have to register, present a police certificate of good conduct and complete free training. The digital app and the helper portal enable easy order and billing with the long -term care insurance companies, which is a considerable relief for both the helpers and seniors in need.

Germany currently has around 3.9 million people in need of care, with 80% of them being cared for on an outpatient basis. Unfortunately, only a quarter of these people actually receive support from a nursing service. This shows how important initative such as those of "Deinnachbar" are to relieve caring relatives. Many of these nurses are themselves seniors or working, which also reinforces the challenges in care.

The way to the future

The forecasts for the need for care are alarming: by 2030, the number of people in need of care will probably increase to 4.9 million. In order to be prepared for this, the association has developed a digital helper portal and the app mentioned to optimize the coordination of help offers. New functions are added every month, whereby the long -term goal is to be able to help all people in need of help within 24 hours. Even if this goal has not yet been achieved, those responsible work with it.

Through digital marketing, the association can win many new helpers and also supports other organizations in using the portal. A certain part of the financing takes place via Helferportal GmbH and Co. KG, while the association itself is dependent on donations. The developments in recent years show that "Deinnachbar" is still on the way, but has a good knack for innovative solutions.

The event in Winnenden offers a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas about the possibilities of digitization in the mediation. Thomas Oeben's insights could be an important impulse to successfully implement similar models in other regions. So there is a big topic on the table: How can digital tools further improve the connection between those in need and helpers? Further information can be found in the reports of ZVW.de and so-geht-digital.de .