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Series of discussions at the Ratschbankerl: Together against loneliness in Aichach!
On October 13, 2025, Christina Hüßner invites you to the Ratschbankerl in Aichach to combat loneliness through community discussions.
Series of discussions at the Ratschbankerl: Together against loneliness in Aichach!
In the heart of Aichach, between the maypole and the town hall, a popular meeting place has established itself: the Ratschbankerl. This is where people come together to talk and experience community. On October 13th from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Christina Hüßner from the Gesundheitregionplus district of Aichach-Friedberg invites you to another discussion. A great opportunity to discover different perspectives and counteract feelings of loneliness. If there is heavy rain, the appointment will unfortunately have to be cancelled.
The Ratschbankerl has been present in Aichach for a year. The initiative was launched by the Health Region Plus in collaboration with Arbeiterwohlfahrt (AWO), AOK and the Red Cross. The aim is to create an open and low-threshold place where everyone, regardless of background, can stop by and exchange ideas. Christina Hüßner emphasizes how important communication is for health and that listening is a key to combating loneliness.
A conversation in good company
The current series of discussions “A conversation with…” has been offering a varied program since July and will continue with the upcoming meeting on Friday. The previous discussion partners included, among others, the social officer Marco Laves and Mayor Klaus Habermann, who, together with the project group, ensured a lively exchange. It is an invitation to everyone – open questions and suggestions are expressly welcome.
But why is the topic of loneliness so important? According to the Federal Ministry for Family Affairs, millions of people in Germany feel lonely. Older women and younger people are particularly affected. Loneliness can not only severely impact the quality of life, but can also lead to health risks such as depression and cardiovascular disease. Against this background, the Ratschbankerl is an active step towards combating social isolation.
A long-term vision for Aichach
The Ratschbankerl is intended to be established as a permanent contact point in Aichach in the long term. An important component of this is the commitment of volunteers, who can contact gesundheitsregionplus@lra-aic-fdb.de or by telephone at 08251 - 92 492 to support this valuable exchange.
Nationwide, the cause of combating loneliness is supported through programs such as the ESF Plus program “Strengthening the participation of older people – against loneliness and social isolation”. By 2027, over 70 projects will be funded that aim to improve the participation of older people and build an active community. There are also numerous multi-generational houses that create opportunities for encounters and promote leisure activities to counteract isolation.
In times when many feel distant from society, the Ratschbankerl is a ray of hope. The willingness to meet, listen and talk to each other is a step in the right direction. Let us invite you to an open conversation and experience how enriching the exchange can be!
For further information about the dates and offers surrounding the Ratschbankerl, please visit the website lra-aic-fdb, augsburger general and bmbfsfj.