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https://www.stadtmenschen.wien/standort-sprechstunden/Volunteers give a Overview of social offers and funding in Vienna and help the the right contact point to find. Clients can come to the consultation free of charge and anonymously, regardless of their home address. The Stadtmenschen not only offer an orientation service, but also help with filling out forms and applications for support.At the service point "Barrier-free Housing Vienna" people with mobility disabilities receive uncomplicated access to funding. The Stadtmenschen provide full advice on barrier-free housing conversions and refer those affected directly to suitable contact points for rapid implementation.
Limited mobility can have serious consequences. Those who cannot move around independently run the risk of losing social contacts and experiencing loneliness. Restricted freedom of movement often weakens self-esteem and also increases the risk of depression. Physical health also suffers: Less exercise leads to muscle loss, cardiovascular problems and an increased risk of diseases such as diabetes or osteoporosis. At the same time, dependency on relatives or care staff increases, which can lead to conflicts and make social participation more difficult. In addition, there are financial burdens due to necessary conversions or special transportation services as well as an increased risk of accidents, which further restricts independence.
Services of the service center
The service point provides comprehensive advice on all funding options - such as stair lifts, barrier-free access or bathroom and entrance area conversions. In addition, referrals are made to the relevant bodies, such as funding agencies, specialist companies, insurance companies or homeowners. The Stadtmenschen guarantee competent, inclusive and respectful support (www.stadtmenschen.wien).
The starting point is the increasing loneliness and social isolation of young people, especially in socially isolated areas. loneliness and social isolation of young people, especially those in socially disadvantaged life situations, with a history of migration or psychological or psychological stress. The project focuses on the interface between exercise, social participation participation and stabilizing relationship work and serves to preventively promote MENTAL HEALTH. promotion of MENTAL HEALTH.
The focus is on a buddy system in the fitness studio: young people with an increased risk of isolation are brought together with with buddies with an affinity for sport who support, motivate and support, motivate and accompany them. The aim is to strengthen self-efficacy, health and social inclusion.
Contact: Manuel Seitzer
Email: sued@gbstern.at
Website: https://www.gbstern.at/themen-projekte/salon-servus/
Valid from: 11.02.2026
Valid until: 16.12.2026
Published on: 2026-02-04 12:44:02
Contact: Katrin Hofer
Email: mitmachen@younus.at
Website: https://younus.at/
Valid from: 02.02.2026
Valid until: 02/02/2030
Published on: 2026-02-02 14:27:06
The VIVA project supports older people in the region of Upper Styria East who feel lonely or are in a difficult life situation. life situation. The support is particularly important at times when life changes significantly, for example after the death of a loved one or when loved one or when help is suddenly needed in everyday life.
From 2026 to 2028, the project will be implemented in the four municipalities of Eisenerz, Kapfenberg, Leoben and Trofaiach will be implemented. The parishes in the region region are also involved. The aim is to better connect existing services and to find new ways to combat loneliness together.
In each municipality, communities, parishes, social and health care institutions from the social and health sectors, associations and committed people work closely together. Through regular meetings, they work together in a targeted manner to provide people well.
An important part of the project is personal visits. To this end, 40 volunteers are prepared and accompanied. These buddies visit older people at home, take time to talk and listen. They help to build up contacts and experience more closeness and exchange in everyday life. experience more closeness and interaction in everyday life. If necessary, they also provide support in using the VIVA app.
A VIVA app is also being developed. The app contains offers, meeting points and support options in the region are clearly presented. This allows older people, relatives and specialist agencies to quickly quickly see what is available locally and how they can find help.
At the start of the project, a joint assessment is made of what services already exist and what is really needed. Older people and caregiving relatives are actively involved. Existing meeting places are also considered together and developed further so that they are easily accessible and inviting.
The VIVA project combines personal visits, support through the app through the app and good cooperation in the region. The aim is to recognize loneliness early loneliness early, strengthen social contacts and enable older people to live well in their community. in their community.
The project is supported by Styria vitalis and the diocese of Graz-Seckau. Together, they strengthen cooperation and support in the region. region.
