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Five years Hospice Katharinenhaus: Celebration of humanity!
On September 20, the Caritas Hospice Katharinenhaus in Berlin-Hermsdorf celebrated its fifth anniversary with a summer festival. District Mayor Emine Demirbüken-Wegner praised the valuable work of the hospice and its importance for palliative care.
Five years Hospice Katharinenhaus: Celebration of humanity!
On September 20, guests were able to experience a very special summer festival in the Caritas Hospice Katharinenhaus in Hermsdorf. The occasion was the five -year existence of the facility, which supports and accompanies the seriously ill and dying people. Among the congratulations was Reinickendorf's district mayor Emine Demirbüken-Wegner (CDU), who emphasized in her speech that a hospice was not just a place of the end, but rather a place of encounter, compassion and humanity. The mayor praised the work of the volunteers and the two clubs, who tirelessly work in the well -being of the seriously ill, and made it clear: "Despite its finiteness, life gains value and depth." Berlin.de reports About this important celebration.
The Caritas Hospice Katharinenhaus offers a warm-hearted environment in which not only the patients, but also their relatives are extensively supported. Starting with qualified nursing and medical care up to the individual support of the social service and pastoral escorts - here the dying becomes a dignified farewell that focuses on the quality of life in the past few weeks and days despite the serious illness. This commitment is part of a more extensive trend in German society that affects hospice work and palliative care.
A look at the hospice movement
The hospice movement originated in the 1960s and has been able to establish itself in Germany since the 1980s. The group of supported people is constantly expanding, and around 1,000 outpatient hospice services are currently promoting nationwide. Loud Diakonie.de There are now 282 inpatient hospices in Germany: 262 for adults and 20 for children and adolescents. These facilities not only offer palliative care, but also emotional and spiritual accompaniment to the last breath. The financing ensures an interesting mix: 95 % by health insurance companies and 5 % by private donations.
Hospice work not only has the task of alleviating physical suffering, it also includes a strong emotional component that manifests itself in support and support for relatives. This helps to mitigate the concerns and fears of those affected and their families.
Current challenges of hospice work
More and more people in the last phase of life find their place in hospice and care facilities. But the industry is also faced with challenges: lack of staff and insufficient training are common topics. Daily show.de mentioned that palliative care is currently not recognized as a focus in nursing training, which makes it difficult to provide adequate care for patients. In view of demographic change, increased palliative care is urgently needed, especially in nursing homes.
In the upcoming debate in the Bundestag on October 17, opportunities to improve palliative care and hospice work will be discussed. In addition, the World Hospice Day, which is celebrated on the second Saturday in October, stands in front of the door, a day that wants to raise public awareness of topics related to death, dying and grief.
The Katharinenhaus hospice does valuable work and remains a light -fulfilling place where humanity and warmth accompany the past few days.