New life in the old school building: Wartenberg's carer in action!

New life in the old school building: Wartenberg's carer in action!

In Wartenberg, where tradition meets modern living concepts, Peter and Heidi Bisaha have transformed the former Wittelsbach hunting lodge into a lively home. Since November 2019, the two have lived in the historic building, now known as the Old Schoolhouse, which is home to a diverse community. There are not only families here, but also a shared apartment with three people and a single man, who promote the coexistence of the generations. Loud Mercury The conversion of the building with an elevator and sound-insulating fire doors was a success, which significantly increases the quality of living.

Norbert Hartmann played a key role in the development of the usage concept, which was put into practice after a local political dispute and a citizens' initiative. The concept aims to not only take into account the needs of older people, but also to create affordable housing for socially disadvantaged households, as the Free Voters' Community emphasizes in its commitment ( FW Wartenberg ). This makes the old schoolhouse a living example of a modern and socially oriented living model.

A home for all generations

The usage concept for the old school building also includes the rental of social housing and the establishment of a senior shared apartment. This reflects demographic change and also relates to the demands for more affordable and barrier-free housing in the region. The need for age-appropriate living space is constantly growing and requires innovative solutions. However, many housing companies still lack appropriate strategies for this, as shown by a study by the Federal Institute for Building, Urban and Spatial Research ( BBSR ).

The study evaluates the challenges in densely populated markets and calls for better networking between all players in the residential sector. This applies in particular to older people: Targeted offers and raising landlords' awareness of the special needs of older tenants are crucial in order not to lose sight of this target group.

Commitment and neighborhood help

Peter Bisaha, who is an active musician himself, invests around 26 hours a month in looking after the house and organizing events in the Wittelsbach Hall. It is important to him to set clear boundaries in order to preserve his private life. His neighbors really appreciate the Bisahas' commitment and availability. “You just have to have a good hand for what you do,” says Bisaha, who uses the piano in the house without disturbing the other residents.

The range of shops in Wartenberg, including new branches from Edeka, Netto and Rossmann, contributes to the attractiveness of the community - a point that further increases the quality of life in the region. These developments show that Wartenberg is not only a place to live but also to live together, which is particularly important for older citizens.

A positive example from the neighborhood that leaves no doubt that the well-being of the community comes first.