Health day for seniors: exercise, vaccination protection and e-rickshaws!

Health day for seniors: exercise, vaccination protection and e-rickshaws!

On September 4, 2025, an important health day will take place in the Tempelhof-Schöneberg district, which is primarily aimed at the needs of older people. The program offers a variety of exercise options as well as a fitness test under the guidance of the district's exercise coordinator. In addition, lectures on vaccination protection and electronic patient records are offered to inform citizens about important health topics.

Particularly noteworthy is the introduction of the VBB accompanying service and the possibility of carrying out a hearing test on site. Minor repairs to rollators are also offered for older people, which has a direct practical benefit.

Active in old age

Another highlight of the day are the test drives and driving instructions with the district's e-rickshaws. These environmentally friendly means of transport are not only emission-free, but also offer a charming way to organize special occasions such as weddings or city tours. E-rickshaws, on the other hand, can also be used as a platform for advertising campaigns, making them a versatile element for tourism offers. The electric assistance of these rickshaws allows for a quiet and effortless ride that is comfortable for both passengers and drivers Wheeled carriage.

Oliver Schworck, district councilor for youth and health, emphasizes the importance of health and the free check of the vaccination certificate at the health department. Matthias Steuckardt, the district councilor for community services, social affairs and senior citizens, also emphasizes the role of the health day in promoting an active lifestyle in old age. This is in line with the global concern to enable older people to age healthily and actively.

Global perspectives on healthy aging

Demographic change is a central issue that affects not only Germany, but also international communities. According to the WHO, the proportion of people over 60 years of age worldwide will double by 2050. For this reason, governments must create suitable living and environmental conditions that meet the needs of this growing population. The Federal Ministry of Health has developed a strategy that aims to adapt health systems to the special requirements of older people and to create age-friendly environments ( Federal Ministry of Health ).

Healthy aging is defined as the process of developing and maintaining functional abilities. Five main goals have been identified: promoting healthy aging, adapting health systems, developing sustainable care systems, creating age-friendly environments and improving data to monitor these processes. This strategy serves as a guide for the Decade of Healthy Aging (2020-2030).

For the citizens of Tempelhof-Schöneberg, the Health Day will offer an excellent opportunity not only to collect information, but also to actively contribute to improving their health and to try out new, innovative transport options such as e-rickshaws.