Emergency stickers in Worpswede: Vandalism jeopardizes saving lives!

Emergency stickers in Worpswede: Vandalism jeopardizes saving lives!

In the tranquil community of Worpswede, which thrives in the northern German idyll, an incident causes excitement. Several emergency plaques attached to the venue's benches have been vandalized. These signs are not just decoration, but part of an important project designed to increase the safety of citizens in an emergency. Hans-Helmut Pein, the committed chairman of the senior citizens' advisory board, immediately reported this to the police. “This destruction is regrettable,” Pein expressed his regret, “because the plaques can save lives in an emergency” and emphasized the responsibility that we all have to protect our fellow human beings.

The senior citizens' advisory board's innovative project aims to equip all benches in the community with numbered plaques and GPS data. This enables the 112 emergency call center to locate patients or injured people quickly and precisely, especially on the popular hiking trails around the Weyerberg, which are valued by locals and tourists alike. “It is important that no time is lost in the event of an emergency,” continued Pein, who has already announced that the damaged signs should be replaced as quickly as possible.

A strong network for seniors

The Seniors' Advisory Board, a voluntary body, plays an important role for citizens over 55 in Worpswede. It represents the interests of this age group and works to ensure that older people can actively participate in community life. Reporting and support from the advisory board are essential to prevent isolation in old age. Every second Thursday of the month, the advisory board invites you to a get-together in the “Blue House”, where older citizens can chat over coffee and cake.

The advisory board consists of nine members, six of whom were directly elected and three from organizations such as AWO, VdK and SoVD. The next public meeting will take place on October 14, 2025 in the Worpswede town hall, which will include, among other things, reports from the helper exchange and current developments from the district senior citizens' advisory board.

Emergency and crisis management

The events in Worpswede shed light on the important topic of emergency and crisis management. This includes concepts for solving problems in crisis situations and plays a central role in preventing and dealing with emergencies. The focus is on both individual emergencies and major incidents. Science and practice are required to develop systematic approaches that prepare both individuals and institutions for such events.

The damage to the emergency stickers reminds us all of the importance of taking responsibility for the community. The young project, supported by donations and resources from the Senior Citizens' Advisory Council, shows how interdisciplinary thinking and collective action can ensure more safety in everyday life. It remains to be hoped that such aspects will not only be respected but also valued in the future.

The entire commitment of the community and the senior citizens' advisory board will certainly help ensure that citizens continue to feel safe and in good hands. For more information about the Senior Citizens Council and its activities, those interested can visit the municipality's website.

Weser Kurier reports about the incidents in Worpswede and the reactions of those responsible. Also on the Worpswede municipality website There is comprehensive information about the work of the Senior Citizens' Advisory Council and upcoming events. Additionally can be found in Wiki a broad overview of emergency and crisis management, which is important in the development of security projects in Worpswede.