Vienna promotes age -appropriate conversions: support for seniors over 60

Vienna promotes age -appropriate conversions: support for seniors over 60

In Vienna, older citizens under the age of 60 are now offered valuable support when it comes to redesigning their apartments in an age -appropriate manner. The city of Vienna has launched a funding program that facilitates the conversion of living space. Among other things, costs for important measures such as ramps, door opening aids and handles are partially covered in order to make living more pleasant and safer again.

This type of conversions are not only necessary, but also important to facilitate life in your own home for many people. "Every person may need adjustments in their living space in old age in order to continue to live independently," said residential building city councilor Kathrin Gaál and made it clear that this is often a long overdue topic for many. Many affected people ask themselves sooner or later: What do I have to change about my living space in order to be able to live and safely live in old age?

Financial support for conversions

The new program aims to reduce financial hurdles. Overall, residents can receive up to 35 % of the eligible costs, but not more than 4,200 euros. This regulation applies to conversions in private apartments, homes or allotment garden houses. In order to benefit from the funding, the renovation work must correspond to the criteria of the ÖNORM B 1600 that defines the standards for barrier -free living.

In addition, it is also important to observe the income limits. For single people, the border is with an annual household income of 41,140 euros and for couples at 61,310 euros. This ensures that the support will benefit those who need the most urgent. The responsible magistrate departments are available for technical questions and help with the use of the funding to ensure that the application procedures run smoothly.

In a city where more and more people are getting older, this support program shows how important it is to adapt the habitat to the needs of age. Further information can be found on the website of the city of Vienna, where all details on the application and the specific requirements are listed. wien.gv.at offers an easily accessible platform to obtain all the necessary information.