Schleusingen celebrates 30 years of the rehabilitation center: hope for people with disabilities

Schleusingen celebrates 30 years of the rehabilitation center: hope for people with disabilities

Over the last 30 years, Schleusingen has become a place of hope and support for people with disabilities. The rehabilitation center plays an essential role in integration and offers numerous services for people who need help. The tenth anniversary of the “Haus Bienenkorb” children’s home was recently celebrated. This home is aimed at children and young people with intellectual disabilities who cannot live with their families due to their special needs or who are looking for a more independent form of living. Loud in southern Thuringia The opening of a new children's home in Rappelsdorf is also expected at the end of the year.

The “Haus Bienenkorb” offers space for 24 children and young people who live in four residential groups. Each group is designed to offer both private retreats and communal lounges. A beautiful garden not only invites you to play, but also creates space for meetings and togetherness. The support is provided by a multi-professional team that relies on respect and trust in the clients. The main goal is to develop individual assistance and assistance so that residents can lead a self-determined life. Leisure activities are always tailored to the wishes of the clients, which results in extended support even after school. This shows how important it is that the facilities' offerings are not just temporary, but have a long-term effect.

Insight into the past and the future

The roots of the rehabilitation center go back to the reunification period. Even back then, there were visions of rethinking the care of people with intellectual disabilities and creating an environment that enables comprehensive participation. In his remarks, the foundation's board member Kai Michaelis recalled that he did not personally experience the beginnings. Nevertheless, it is clear that the development in Schleusingen has opened up a new perspective on the integration and support of people with disabilities.

The concept of integration assistance and the participation services are fundamental components of this work. After Federal Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs People with disabilities should be given the opportunity to shape their lives according to their own needs and abilities. This is where various services come into play that aim to promote social participation and break down barriers. For this reason, it is important that initiatives such as “RehaFutur” contribute to securing the future and modernizing vocational rehabilitation.

With this positive attitude and the constant development of the offerings, the rehabilitation family in Schleusingen is optimistic about the future. The principle of participation and the inclusion of clients in decisions are central pillars that shape the planning and execution of the offers. Schleusingen therefore remains a place where integration and community are very important.