Strong neighborhood: Initiative Forever Lower Austria starts!

Strong neighborhood: Initiative Forever Lower Austria starts!

Niederösterreich, Österreich - On May 20, 2025, Governor Johanna Mikl-Leitner and State Councilor Christopher Luisser informed about the extended initiative "Forever Lower Austria-together strong in the crisis". This initiative aims to establish a nationwide network for neighborhood help throughout Lower Austria. One year after the introduction of the “day of the neighborhood”, the importance of good neighborhood is once again emphasized. In particular, the flood events in September 2024 illustrated the need for this initiative in which neighbors and emergency services worked to help affected people.

In a comprehensive survey, 83% of those surveyed stated that an intact neighborhood improves the quality of life. 76% feel safer through a good neighborhood, and 86% are convinced that a well -functioning neighborhood relieves the community structure. This feedback underpins the goal of the initiative to organize coordinated help through volunteers, especially in crisis situations. The support services include cleanup, furniture wearing, shopping services and filling out damage reports. The civil protection association coordinates the initiative and can currently fall back on 800 registered helpers. Participation does not require mandatory training; However, a one -day basic course is offered to treat central topics such as risk management and getting to know blue light organizations.

neighborhood aid in emergencies

The "Forever Lower Austria" initiative is open to all citizens from the age of 16, regardless of gender or worldview. The aim is to offer help, protection and connection in emergencies. This requires volunteers who are willing to support large damage events such as flood, storm or power failure where professional operational organizations are used. The activities offered also include filling emergency information points, messenger courses and travel services. Every support is estimated and no special previous knowledge is required. Interested parties can find out more about the free basic course where they are prepared for their tasks.

importance of neighborhood help

In addition, the aspect of neighborhood aid and its special role in supporting people in need of care are of central importance. Neighborhood aid is usually not remunerated, except in the area of ​​care. Supporting activities such as shopping, cleaning and cooking enable many people to live a self -determined life in their own four walls. In some federal states there is financial aid, such as the relief amount of up to 125 euros per month, which is financed by the long -term care insurance fund. These amounts can be used for voluntary neighborhood help and help in the household. Medical-nursing tasks, on the other hand, must be excluded from neighborhood helpers for legal reasons.

The initiative "Für Lower Austria" and the role of neighborhood aid play a crucial role in strengthening social cohesion and providing quick and effective help in times of crisis. Further information on this valuable support can be found on the websites of the Initiative for Lower Austria as well as the Malteser.