wir pflegen

"wir pflegen e.V." is a nationwide self-help organization and advocacy group that exclusively addresses the concerns and needs of family caregivers in Germany. Founded with the goal of improving the situation of caregiving family members and relatives, the association works diligently to strengthen and support this group.

• Advocacy: The association acts as a strong voice for family caregivers and advocates for more recognition, participation, and better support in all social, care policy, and professional committees[1][3].
• Self-Help: The members of "wir pflegen" provide each other with help through advice and support, networking, and the exchange of professional information. This occurs both in regional state associations and through digital self-help initiatives[1][3].
• Regional Networking: The association connects family caregivers in the states, regions, and municipalities to create a comprehensive support structure[1][2].
• Political Changes: "wir pflegen e.V." initiates and supports political campaigns and publications to improve the caregiving situation. Examples include the recommendations for action "Dare More Care" and "For Us and Our Children"[1][4].

The main mission of the association is to improve the living situation of family caregivers by demanding adequate and needs-based relief offers, financial security, and easy access to comprehensive information, independent advice, and training. The association advocates for the appreciation and recognition of the contributions of family caregivers and strives for a care reform that places the needs of this group at the center[1][3].

• Digital Self-Help: The association develops digital self-help initiatives to reach family caregivers where they live and care, making self-help accessible anytime and anywhere[1][4].
• Relief Offers: "wir pflegen e.V." demands and implements needs-based relief offers to reduce the burdens on family caregivers[1][3].
• Political Influence: The association actively works to initiate political changes by participating in committees, working groups, and alliances, and publishing recommendations for action that resonate in politics and the public[1][4].
• Work-Life Balance and Care: The association addresses the challenges and opportunities of balancing work and care, developing corresponding support offers and recommendations[3][4].

The association is active in various federal states, such as Hesse and North Rhine-Westphalia, where regional state associations have been established to better address local needs[2][3]. Through regular events, specialist days, and digital meetings, the networking and support of members are continuously strengthened.

• 1 - https://www.wir-pflegen.net
• 2 - https://wir-pflegen.net/ueber-uns/hessen
• 3 - https://www.wir-pflegen.nrw
• 4 - https://www.wir-pflegen.nrw/index.php/startseite/news
• 5 - https://www.nakos.de/data/Andere/2020/wir-pflegen-Stellenauschreibung.pdf