Self -help in the county of Bentheim: 25 years of support and hope!

Self -help in the county of Bentheim: 25 years of support and hope!

A radiant anniversary in the county of Bentheim: The self -help contact is celebrated 25 years full of support and hope for people in difficult situations! Whether illness, addiction or other challenges - those affected find the backing that they need. With impressive 140 self -help groups that grow all the time, the contact point has been the heart of this movement since its foundation in 1999.

District Administrator Uwe Fietzek emphasizes: "Self -help is an indispensable support for those who are looking for." The importance of self -help has changed significantly in recent decades. Formerly smiled at, it is now firmly established as the "fourth pillar of the healthcare system". Dr. Annegret Hölscher, who has headed the contact point since 2011, emphasizes that self -help in the region plays a crucial role and receive voluntary support. The beginnings were modest, but with the establishment of the association "Self -help Grafschaft Bentheim" in 1999, the foundation stone was laid for organized self -help that is no longer an integral part of today.

a strong network for the soul

The self -help contact point has not only created internal structures, but also made the public aware of the topic. The "self -help days" are a highlight in which groups present their offers. The last "self -help and health day" in October 2023 was a complete success and attracted numerous visitors. The "self -help guide" is also an important tool that lists all groups and is constantly updated.

In the anniversary year 2024, the focus is on mental health. New self-help groups for people with mental illnesses were founded, and large events such as the health conference and the Lower Saxony Forum have offered hundreds of people valuable information and support. Annegret Hölscher thanks everyone who contributed to the development of self -help: "We could only get where we stand today by interacting many forces." If you are interested in a self -help group, you can contact the contact point directly. The big anniversary will be celebrated on November 25, 2024 in the parish hall of the Evangelical Reformed Church-an event that nobody should miss!