Lebenshilfe Brandenburg: 40 years for inclusion and humanity!

Lebenshilfe Brandenburg: 40 years for inclusion and humanity!

An important day was celebrated in Brandenburg on June 20, 2025. Lebenshilfe Brandenburg-Potsdam e.V. looked back on 35 years of impressive development, while at the same time Lebenshilfe Workshop Brandenburg an der Havel gGmbH e.V. celebrated its 30th anniversary. Numerous personalities came together at a ceremony to honor the successes and commitment of Lebenshilfe for people with disabilities. Mayor Steffen Scheller emphasized the importance of Lebenshilfe, while Secretary of State for Social Affairs Patrick Wahl praised the association's work and emphasized its positive influence on society. These anniversaries are more than just a reason to celebrate; They are a sign of humanity and the ongoing change in the city, as [Meetingpoint Brandenburg](https://meetingpoint-brandenburg.de/neuigkeiten/artikel/198849-lebenshilfe-brandenburg- Feiert-gleich-2-jubilaeen-andndash-ihre- Wurzel-gehen-sogar-bis-1979-zurueck) reports.

Since its founding in 1990 as a self-help group and parents' association, Lebenshilfe has developed into a central player in helping people with disabilities. With more than 400 people cared for, including people with intellectual and multiple disabilities as well as psychological impairments, it offers a wide range of services. These include school support, outpatient care services and advice centers, all of which aim to promote self-determined participation in social life and break down barriers. Accessibility measures are particularly important in order to enable all people to lead a self-determined life. This is also underlined by Lebenshilfe.de, which points out that accessibility in local public transport is crucial to ensuring mobility for everyone.

Diverse offers and historical development

The beginnings of Lebenshilfe go back to 1979 with a housing project in Hohenstücken that made an enormous difference in the region. In the following years, various offerings were created to improve the quality of life of people with disabilities. The Lebenshilfe workshop, which was founded in 1995, also plays a crucial role in the region with around 230 employees. It is one of the 28 recognized workshops in Brandenburg and not only offers jobs, but also an inclusive environment in which people with disabilities can actively participate in society.

What makes Lebenshilfe special is its holistic approach to support. In addition to basic services, leisure programs are also offered that promote social contacts and enable creative expression. These initiatives are strengthened through numerous collaborations with companies and organizations in order to sustainably promote the participation of people with disabilities. Examples of such partnerships are the long-standing cooperation with NÜRNBERGER Versicherung, which collected over 90,000 euros for Lebenshilfe in 2023, as well as the cooperation with toom Baumarkt, which has existed since 2014.

Commitment to inclusion and accessibility

A central goal of Lebenshilfe is the implementation of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in Germany. This not only includes breaking down physical barriers, but also promoting social participation and co-determination. The organization today has many offerings that aim to involve people with disabilities in decision-making processes and support them in leading self-determined lives. Professional disability assistance and advice are offered to address legal questions and psychosocial support, which significantly improves the living situation of those affected. These comprehensive services make a significant contribution to the creation of an inclusive environment, as summarized by the Stage for Human Rights.

The successful history of Lebenshilfe is proof that the commitment to the rights of people with disabilities bears fruit. All of this is only possible because many people are committed to a better future - to a society in which everyone can live equally.