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Zeitpolster - time cushion
Dornbirn, ATImpact-drivenNGOSocial ServicesSocial Impact
Impact3Sustainability Goals
Employees2 - 10
Founded2018
LocationDornbirn
About Zeitpolster - time cushion
Zeitpolster is an innovative care and provision network that functions as a "time pillar" for personal old-age provision. It addresses demographic changes through a reciprocal support system: individuals help others with everyday services and earn time credits in return. These credits can later be redeemed for their own care needs, fostering a self-sustaining community network. The organization actively supports the establishment of local support groups and offers diverse educational resources to strengthen the community and enhance well-being.
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Sustainability Goals
Good Health & Well-Being
Access to Caring Services
Zeitpolster creates a network that provides daily support for older adults and those in need, including transportation and assistance with doctor's visits, ensuring their well-being.
Promoting Healthy Aging
Through practical courses on topics like dementia management and healthy living strategies, the organization supports active and healthy aging for its members.
Sustainable Cities & Communities
Strengthening Local Support Networks
Zeitpolster promotes the establishment and maintenance of local 'time pillar' networks, enhancing cohesion and ensuring mutual aid within communities.
Fostering Community and Resilience
By establishing a system of mutual help and time credit exchange, the organization builds social infrastructure and resilience in communities.
Reduced Inequalities
Equitable Access to Care Services
Through an innovative time credit system, Zeitpolster provides access to essential daily services, independent of the financial capacity of those seeking support.
Promoting Social Inclusion through Mutual Aid
The network reduces inequalities by fostering a value-based exchange of services that recognizes the contributions of all participants equally, mitigating social exclusion.
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Q1How does the Zeitpolster concept work?+
Zeitpolster is a care and provision network functioning as a "time pillar" for personal old-age provision. Individuals assist others with everyday services, earning time credits that can later be redeemed for their own care needs, fostering a self-sustaining community network.
Q2What social contribution does Zeitpolster make and which SDGs are addressed?+
Zeitpolster makes a significant contribution to addressing demographic changes by building supportive networks. The organization primarily addresses SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) and SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), and secondarily SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities).
Q3What services and educational resources does Zeitpolster provide?+
Zeitpolster helpers offer diverse everyday assistance, such as driving or support with doctor's visits, at a cost-effective hourly rate. The organization also supports the establishment of local groups, offers gift vouchers, and provides over 90 practical courses on care and healthy aging.
Q4How can interested individuals apply for a position at Zeitpolster?+
Individuals interested in applying for a role at Zeitpolster can find all relevant information and the application portal directly on the organization's careers page. This can be accessed at www.zeitpolster.com/bewerben/.
Q5Where is Zeitpolster headquartered and what is the team size?+
Zeitpolster is headquartered in Dornbirn, Austria. The organization's team currently consists of 8 staff members, falling within the 2 to 10 employee range.
