Das Rauhe Haus
Das Rauhe Haus is a diaconal organization with over 190 years of tradition, offering comprehensive services in child and youth welfare, social psychiatry, care, and education. It promotes participation and self-determination and is committed to social sustainability in Hamburg and Schleswig-Holstein.
Foundation Das Rauhe Haus: A Diaconal Organization with Longstanding Tradition
editHistory and Mission Das Rauhe Haus was founded in 1833 by Johann Hinrich Wichern and is today one of the most well-known diaconal organizations in Germany. The foundation is closely linked to the Inner Mission and has developed into a comprehensive service provider in the areas of child and youth welfare, participation with assistance, social psychiatry, and care since its inception[1][3].
Key Products and Services
- Child and Youth Welfare: Care for children and adolescents in residential groups or outpatient in their families.
- Participation with Assistance: Support for people with disabilities in residential groups or in their own homes.
- Social Psychiatry: Individually tailored care for people with mental illnesses.
- Care: Care for elderly people in the Weinberg House and in shared apartments for people with dementia.
- Education: The Wichern School offers educational opportunities for children and adolescents of all denominations. The Evangelical University of Social Work & Diakonie and the Evangelical Vocational School for Nursing offer academic and vocational training[2][3].
Values and Mission Das Rauhe Haus stands for a vibrant and diaconal closeness to people. It offers support on equal terms and promotes the self-determination of those who come under its care. The foundation is closely connected to the church and views all people as God's creations[4].
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives Although specific sustainability goals are not explicitly mentioned, Das Rauhe Haus places great importance on the integration and promotion of people in various life situations. Through its comprehensive offerings, it contributes to social sustainability and promotes the participation of all people in social life[3][4].
Current Developments Das Rauhe Haus is represented at about 100 locations in Hamburg and Schleswig-Holstein and employs over 1,300 staff. It is actively engaged in the training and further education of professionals in the social sector[1][3].