Guidance for Senior Citizens and their Kinship

In the city of Augsburg, a variety of resources are available to support seniors and those with disabilities, as well as their caregivers.

The health department's contact point for self-help groups plays a crucial role in connecting self-help groups with those seeking help, and in supporting the work of these groups. For inquiries, you can reach them at 0821 7205520.

The Department of Senior Services, part of the Office for Social Services, Seniors, and People with Disabilities, manages the city's senior program. Augsburg is divided into twelve elderly care supply regions, each with a specialized counseling centre for seniors. Home visits are conducted when needed in these centres.

One of the key services offered by the city is the adaptation of housing for seniors and those with disabilities, free of charge. Five volunteer counselors are responsible for this service, and there are still counseling capacities available.

For seniors with a migration background, there are specialized counseling services available in Augsburg.

The Alzheimer Society of Augsburg e.V., a non-profit organization, provides advisory support to those affected by Alzheimer's and dementia, their relatives, and interested parties. The Society's website, www.alzheimer-our-website.de, offers a wealth of information, including details about self-help groups, lectures, seminars, and participation projects for people with dementia.

The Alzheimer Society's Alzheimer Phone, managed by volunteer staff, provides a low-threshold information and conversation opportunity. You can reach them at 0821 3193-110.

Open discussions among peers can provide encouragement and ease daily life for those experiencing chronic illnesses, psychological problems, or challenging life phases like caring for a relative. The care consultation and care coordination services in Augsburg are independent, neutral, and free of charge.

For general statewide counseling, including for seniors, Sozialverband VdK Bayern offers a consultation phone at 089 2117-112, available Monday to Friday 9–12 and Thursday 14–16. Their email address is [email protected].

Five welfare associations sponsor these counseling centres in Augsburg, ensuring a comprehensive and supportive network for seniors in the city. For more specific local contacts, please visit the Alzheimer Society of Augsburg e.V.'s Self-Help Groups page at www.alzheimer-our-website.de/self-help-groups.