Guidance for Seniors and Their Relatives

In the heart of Augsburg, a city known for its rich history and vibrant community, a dense network of free counseling services for seniors and their families is readily available. Funded by the city, these resources have been providing support for over two decades.

One such service is the Augsburg Care Coordination Center Mittlerer Lech 5, offering independent, neutral, and free care consultation and care coordination. For those seeking personalized assistance, home visits are available as part of these counseling services.

For those affected by dementia, or those interested in learning more about mental health in old age, the PIKASSO.2 Augsburg, Center for Mental Health in Old Age, located in Stadtmitte, is a valuable resource. The Alzheimer Society of Augsburg e.V., with locations in Stadtbergen and Hammerschmiede-Firnhaberau, provides advisory support to those affected, their relatives, and interested parties. Regular lectures, seminars, and participation projects for people with dementia are also organised.

For seniors with a migration background, the Social Consultation for Seniors with Migration Background - Islamic Cultural Circle and Eastern European Cultural Circle offers support throughout the city area.

The Geriatric Psychiatry Consultation and Social Psychiatry Service is available in Lechhausen, Pfersee, and Stadtmitte, providing comprehensive care for seniors. The Geriatric Psychiatry Institute Outpatient Clinic is located at Augsburg District Hospital in Kriegshaber.

Each of the 12 elderly care supply regions in Augsburg has had a specialized counseling service for seniors since the mid-90s. These include locations in Hochzoll, Oberhausen, Baerenkeller, Kriegshaber, Pfersee, Hochfeld-Universitaetsviertel, Haunstetten, Goegging-Inningen-Bergheim, and more.

The Senior Work Department provides counseling on all age-related issues and refers to the appropriate authorities in Augsburg. For those seeking self-help groups, the contact point for self-help groups at Augsburg's health department connects self-help groups and those seeking help, and supports the work of the groups.

Lastly, the Alzheimer Society Augsburg e.V. offers the Alzheimer Phone, a low-threshold information and conversation opportunity. This service, along with the numerous other resources available in Augsburg, demonstrates the city's commitment to supporting its senior population.

Visitors interested in learning about adaptation measures can also visit the model apartment in Stadtbergen, which showcases how such measures can be implemented. It can be visited on Wednesdays between 10 am and 12 pm and on Thursdays between 3:30 pm and 5:30 pm.

With this extensive network of counseling services, Augsburg continues to be a city that prioritizes the well-being and support of its senior population.