Memorial ceremony for lonely deceased in Berlin - a dignified farewell to nameless fates

according to a report by www.berlin.de Lonely deceased. The deputy superintendent of the church district, Juliane Göwecke, emphasizes the importance of remembering these people because they too had a life story and took a place in the world. The district office expresses its concern about the growing number of lonely deceased and wants to give these people a dignified farewell. For this reason, citizens can also take part in the memorial event.

The secrecy of the list of the deceased serves to protect their data. However, people who were formerly neighbors or acquaintances of the deceased have the opportunity to inquire in the office of the city council as to whether the name of the person known to them is read out in the commemoration.

local effects

In Berlin, too, more and more people are affected by loneliness and die without social contacts. The district councilor for youth and health, Oliver Schworck, observes this development with great concern. This clarifies that the problem of loneliness in the big city should not be underestimated. Loneliness can have a negative impact on mental and physical health and increase the risk of early death. In this context, the implementation of the commemoration lesson for lonely died is an important signal of solidarity and appreciation in order not to be forgotten these people.

The possibility for citizens to take part in the memorial event enables the community to connect with those who have died lonely. This joint participation creates awareness of the subject of loneliness and help to ensure that more people act carefully and supportive.