Senior representative Marzahn-Hellersdorf: Engagement for senior laws in Berlin

Senior representative Marzahn-Hellersdorf: Engagement for senior laws in Berlin

new advocacy for seniors in Berlin

The summer break of the selected “Senior Representation Marzahn-Hellersdorf” is coming to an end, and on Monday, September 2, 2024 , the committee will start working consultations again. The senior citizens' representation plays an important role in shaping political decisions in the district, especially with regard to topics such as living, offers for senior living, accessibility in local public transport and participation in urban developments.

influence on legislation in Berlin

The senior citizens' representative is intensively pursuing developments at the state level, especially with regard to the new Senior Mitacular Act and the Alten aid structure law for Berlin. These laws are to be adopted within the current legislative period and aim to strengthen the rights and standards for senior citizens' representatives in the districts. The Marzahn-Hellersdorf senior citizens' representative is actively involved in the debates at the state level and brings its expertise.

commitment of the district councilor

District Councilor Juliane Witt emphasizes the need for a rapid development of the legislation at the state level in order to ensure clear planning and financing security. The districts have already provided extensive data and information that is now to be implemented in reliable requirements for the work of the senior citizens' representatives.

integration of the community

The work of the senior citizens' representative is supported by the social commissions on site that maintain direct contacts with the seniors in the district. In addition to the voluntary work of the senior citizens' representative, the members of the social commissions play an important role in social contact maintenance and organization of events.

new possibilities of participation

The senior service office in the social welfare office is planning a new series of events for the retirement compass and establishes a senior culture with its own events and information offers. Active seniors are always welcome to get involved in the various committees and bring their expertise. In addition, two positions in the senior service office are advertised to further strengthen senior citizens' work.

more information

interested citizens can find out directly about all topics from the social councilor and actively contribute to the work of the senior citizens' representative.

- Nag