New living space program: 140 places for people with impairments!

New living space program: 140 places for people with impairments!

In the social department of the state of Upper Austria, decisive steps are taken to improve the life situation of people with impairments in 2025. With the creation of 140 new living spaces, in particular, people who rely on support are offered a better quality of life and the possibility of a self -determined life. This is emphasized by the National Councilor Christian Dörfel, who also emphasizes that social responsibility and human dignity are central issues. Lebenshilfe Upper Austria and Caritas are decisive partners in this project; They plan to realize a total of 85 of these new places in order to meet current needs. According to Volksblatt so far, the budget has been increased to 23.9 million euros next year.

Inclusion on the job market

Another central concern is the better integration of people with impairments in the first job market. With a budget of 168.5 million euros, a comprehensive program for creating workplaces and promoting employment will start. Caritas is particularly committed to supporting 686 cooperation companies for the support of 6,778 clients so that they are given the opportunity to gain a foothold in society. The "work and inclusion" process provides concrete measures to improve participation, such as the provision of inclusion grants for companies that hire people with impairments, up to 1,276 euros per month. This initiative is intended to decrease the risk of employment and at the same time increase the opportunities of the people concerned. Caritas reported that integration improves the working atmosphere in the company, which strengthens social cohesion.

The comprehensive rehabilitation measures, which are summarized under the concept of "achievements for participation in working life", promote people with physical and psychological restrictions. These services include professional measures, grants for employers and support for the maintenance of the workplace. The Caritas promotes the creation of jobs through integrative employment models that bring advantages both to those affected and the companies. These steps are crucial in order to create a real equality and equal opportunities and to ensure the right to work, as stipulated in the UN Convention on Disabilities.