Karlsruhe home visits: Seniors receive valuable support at home!

Karlsruhe home visits: Seniors receive valuable support at home!

In Karlsruhe, an innovative project will continue that takes care of the needs of older people. In its last session, the local council decided to continue the "Karlsruhe home visits" with a large majority of Greens, SPD, CDU, Volt, Kal, the left and the party. Only the AfD and the FDP/FW spoke out. This project, which was launched in December 2022, offers seniors in various districts such as Mühlburg and Daxlanden. According to the city administration, older citizens receive a personal congratulations on their 75th, 80th or 85th birthdays with a voucher for free advice in their own four walls, such as [karlsruhe.de] (https://www.karlsruhe.de/stadt-rathaus/aktuelles/karlsruher- Hausbieben-werden--------forfuhrhen) reported.

The advice includes a variety of topics that are crucial for the quality of life of the elderly. Questions like "Where can I find support in everyday life?" or "Who helps me with financial matters?" are the focus of the talks. The seniors can voluntarily use the advice, which increases the project's acceptance. The positive response is not only shown in high participation, but also in handwritten thanks that the city administration received. "Older people are pleased that they will not be forgotten," emphasized Greens City Councilor Verena Verlauf and emphasized the importance of preventive approach.

successful evaluation and positive feedback

The evaluation of the project has shown that home visits are perceived as a special appreciation. Social department Dr. Martin Lenz reported consistently positive feedback from the participants. Also Dr. Thomas Müller from the CDU was pleased with the excellent assumption of the offer. SPD City Councilor Mathias Tröndle described the initiative as a "prime example of a forward-looking social policy". The Kal Group, which was initially skeptical, has now also spoken out for the continuation of the project.

The city administration has also announced that 52,000 euros will be available for Karlsruhe home visits every year from the financial year 2025. These funds secure half a full -time position to continue to offer the consultations. However, it was pointed out that an expansion of the project to all districts is not possible due to the current budget situation. The AfD faction remains skeptical and sees existing contact points for seniors in medical practices and other institutions.

a step in the right direction

The decision of the local council shows how important it is to give older people in society a voice and to actively involve them in the community. The Karlsruhe home visits are not only practical help, but also a sign of appreciation for the life's performance of the elderly. As reports karlsruhe.de, the project is viewed by many as an important step in the right direction to improve the quality of life of the older generation and to offer you the support that you earn.