Prioritizing assistance for caregivers is the focus in Saxony

Focuses on aid for care providers: Saxony's priority - Focuses on Carer Support in Saxony

The Saxon Specialist Service, a service offered by the Saxon Ministry of Social Affairs, has launched a poster campaign to raise awareness about the challenges faced by caregivers and promote support services available for them. This initiative coincides with National Caregivers Day, observed on September 8.

The campaign focuses on the invaluable contribution of caregivers to society. According to Saxony's Minister of Social Affairs, Petra Köpping (SPD), caregivers are the backbone of home care, making an invaluable contribution to society. In Saxony alone, approximately 450,000 family members are currently providing care for over 310,000 people in need of care at home.

The poster campaign aims to shed light on the challenges faced by caregivers and the various support services available to them. These services include caregiver support groups, sports or hiking groups, and a caregivers café. The campaign also seeks to promote regional support and advice centers for caregivers.

The Saxon Specialist Service, based in Saxony, Germany, has been active since May 2019. It serves as a point of contact for daily support, neighborhood help, and everyday support services. In the 2025/2026 double budget, around 500,000 euros are available for the Saxon Specialist Service for its implementation.

The head of the Saxon Specialist Services is not found in the provided search results. However, the campaign is coordinated by an individual who is active for the Saxon Social Ministry.

The Saxon Ministry of Social Affairs announced the campaign, which is designed to promote these various support services for caregivers and encourage more people to seek help when needed. The campaign is an important step towards acknowledging and supporting the vital role of caregivers in our society.