New brochure: tips for self -determined living in old age!

New brochure: tips for self -determined living in old age!

In the district of Stade, the quality of life of older people is improved by a new brochure! The free publication entitled "Living at home" is aimed at senior citizens and people with restrictions. Sylvia Pankop from the senior citizens' and care base stated that the brochure helps helpful information on living space adjustment and the use of everyday helpers that are often unknown. The brochure is now available in an edition of 10,000 copies and offers sketches and practical checklists that support seniors in making their living environment comfortably and thus being able to live in their own apartment for longer, such as the reported.

At the same time, the city of Buxtehude deals with the pressing problem of loneliness in old age. At the 5th senior citizens' conference, it was decided to offer targeted support through direct address and network formation. Silvia Pankop emphasized that loneliness is often a result of loss, physical restrictions and financial Situation. The conference participants, including specialists and volunteers, want to take concrete measures in order to offer the affected people of the elderly. The approach also includes offers such as the "Duo senior accompaniment", which is intended to alleviate loneliness through regular visits, such as the Buxtehude reported.

In addition, a new project of the Malteser visiting and accompanying service was presented: The “mobile shopping cart” facilitates seniors by accompanying and supporting them. These initiatives aim to reduce social isolation and improve the well -being of older people by offering practical help and social contacts.