Evangelische Heimstiftung GmbH
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Evangelische Heimstiftung: Diaconal, Innovative, Professional
editThe Evangelische Heimstiftung is one of the largest diaconal care companies in Baden-Württemberg, with its headquarters in Stuttgart. Founded in 1952, the company has been committed to elderly care for over 70 years and currently cares for 14,760 people in 172 facilities.
Key Products and Services
edit- Nursing Homes and Residential Complexes: The Evangelische Heimstiftung operates 92 stationary care facilities, 11 WohnenPLUS residences, 65 assisted living complexes, and special living areas for people with dementia[4].
- Mobile Services: With 40 mobile services, the company offers flexible and individual care and support services in the home environment.
- Day Care and Rehabilitation Care: 26 day care facilities and one rehabilitation care facility complete the offering.
- Education and Integration Assistance: An educational center and a facility for integration assistance ensure the professional training and integration of people with disabilities.
Mission and Values
editThe Evangelische Heimstiftung is dedicated to providing a home for elderly, sick, and disabled people, where they can lead a dignified life with the greatest possible self-determination and participation. The company stands for diaconal, innovative, and professional work and takes on both the public responsibility of the church and society as well as the responsibility for a sustainable and ecological way of thinking and working[4].
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
edit- Digitalization and Participation: The EHS specifically promotes the digital skills of older people to improve their self-determination and participation. The company has also introduced a new learning management system that allows employees to learn independently of time and place[2][4].
- Innovations in Care: The EHS is testing the social robot Navel in stationary care facilities to support the emotional and cognitive activation of those in need of care and to relieve staff[3].
- Family-Friendly Working Conditions: As a certified employer through the "berufundfamilie" audit, the EHS offers family-friendly working conditions and supports the balance between work and family[2].
Employer
editThe Evangelische Heimstiftung employs 10,200 staff and 810 trainees and offers fair pay according to the Diakonie tariff, job security, and individual perspectives. The company places great importance on the satisfaction and further training of its employees and has a comprehensive trainee program for future facility management as well as modular leadership training for new house directors and residence managers[2][4].
With its many years of experience and commitment to innovative and diaconal work, the Evangelische Heimstiftung positions itself as a model employer and service provider in elderly care.