Safe mobility for seniors: Rollator training at Buschmannshof!

Safe mobility for seniors: Rollator training at Buschmannshof!

August 13, 2025 was a very special day for the seniors in Herne. A day of action took place at Buschmannshof and was entirely dedicated to the topic of walkers. Organized by the Herne/Wanne-Eickel traffic police in collaboration with the Bochum police, HCR, the consumer advice service, the Amberg medical supply store, the civil engineering and traffic department of the city of Herne and the senior citizen advice center of the city of Herne, the event offered comprehensive information and practical training for all those who rely on walkers. This is about more than just mobility - it's about safety and independence in everyday life. Hello Herne reports on the various offers that the participants could expect.

The centerpiece of the event was the rollator training, which aimed to promote the safe use of this helpful walking device. Active members of the traffic police accompanied the seniors on a specially designed course that simulated different surfaces. The participants had the opportunity to practice getting in and out of a vehicle under supervision, which was particularly advisable for many. The rollators were also checked with regard to height adjustment and brakes - after all, safety on two to four wheels is the be-all and end-all.

The importance of rollator training

Rollators are an important support for many seniors in remaining mobile and independent. But the safe use of these tools needs to be learned. People aged 65 and over are particularly targeted, as the Kreisverkehrswacht Rhein-Neckar explains. The aim here is to show seniors how they can act independently in traffic. The training is divided into various contents aimed at road safety and the correct use of rollators.

• Sicherer Umgang mit dem Rollator
• Fokus auf den Straßenverkehr
• Informationen zur Verkehrssicherheit

The benefits of such training are many: It not only improves balance, but also helps to compensate for unsteady gait and prevent potential falls. At the same time, tension in the shoulder and neck area is counteracted. It is therefore advisable to regularly take part in such training opportunities, which usually last around two hours.

Tips for home

But even outside of organized training courses, it makes sense to regularly practice using a rollator. The exercises should take place in a safe environment, such as your own home or a quiet park. There are some important aspects to consider here, such as the correct adjustment of the rollator. The handles should be adjusted at wrist height and the brakes must work at all times. ClaraVital gives helpful tips on how to increase mobility and maintain independence with small exercises.

Standing and walking correctly is crucial. The rollator should be pushed slightly in front of you with both feet touching the ground before moving on. You can also practice overcoming obstacles, which significantly increases safety.

Overall, the event at Buschmannshof showed that the community in Herne is ready to give older people a hand. Ultimately, mobility is essential for quality of life. The good conversations, the helpful tips and the practical support make it clear: Here we not only work with rollators, but also on what makes life worth living.