Canadian study on the effectiveness of dignity therapy Anna suffers from an immune reaction that causes the loss of her epidermis. The pain in her hands, feet, and mucous membranes is severe. It is certain that Anna will soon die.
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On a spring morning, the thermometer shows -1.5 degrees. The sky is blue, the sun is shining. “How nice, today I’ll put on my dress and sandals when we go shopping,” says Erna, the 78-year-old mother of a client who
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Retirement home lets residents sleep in and gains new skilled workers as a result. Wake-up call at 6:30 a.m. Then it is time to wash and be seated at the breakfast table in the dining room by 8 a.m. at
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Everyone knows that laughter makes life easier. And that Germans go to the cellar to laugh, unfortunately, too. It has been researched that the body reduces stress hormones through laughter, similar to sport. In contrast to sport, however, laughter as
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When the summer reaches 30 degrees and the nights are tropical, it becomes unbearably hot, especially for older people. Dr. Julia Schoierer has been researching heat resistance in nursing homes at the LMU Hospital in Munich for almost ten years.
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Wound care specialist, aromatherapist, palliative care specialist—the range of further training options for geriatric nurses is more than comprehensive. Much of it is useful, some of it is required by law, such as training to become a quality manager in
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When Mustafa and Heidi go for a walk, they both beam with joy. The Turkish neighbour and the resident are a perfect match. While the volunteer pushes the elderly lady in her wheelchair through the city, the two talk a
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A practical example from Braunschweig shows how VR goggles can be used in geriatric care. Alfons H. often sits alone in his room. At the AWO residential and nursing home in Braunschweig-Querum, the reserved pensioner is one of those who
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Crafts are a man’s job – at least that is how it appears in the world view of many nursing home residents. They belong to the 1930/40 age group, are now over 80 years old, and often used to work
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Christine Baumann passes on the delicate seedlings. Old hands carefully clasp the sprout and let it slide into a hollow in the raised bed. The aspiring horticultural therapy assistant teaches senior citizens the gardening in old age. The Caritas retirement
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‘With the quick stressbuster, anyone can do it,’ says Jasmin Beck. The sports therapist at AOK is responsible for prevention and relaxation at the health insurance company, and trains managers and people who work in care. “The quick stressbuster is
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Music and quiet laughter drift out of the hall of the nursing home. Seniors are gliding across the dance floor while others are standing in a circle swinging their hips and arms in turn. The mood is good. ‘Dancing is
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After a formative experience, Markus Höfler decided to help terminally ill people to die painlessly. As director of the Alzenau Hospice, he is committed to educating his patients, allaying their fears and bringing them joy through the little things as
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The low care bed with split side guards and an integrated bed extension is now standard. ‘The decision in care homes revolves around these three key features,’ says Ringo Wittig. He has been in the business for almost 30 years
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Five expert tips for carers on how to protect the back while working. Carer Anna is under stress: important documents still need to be recorded, Mrs Schmid at the end of the corridor needs help, her catheter needs changing and
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How to integrate nursing staff from abroad? The BG Klinikum Hamburg has found a way that works perfectly for them. Torsten Weiner puts it in a nutshell: “Germany cannot cope with the increasing number of retirees. We urgently need additional
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Young people help senior citizens and children delight people living in retirement homes. Connecting generations brings young and old into contact with each other. This benefits both sides – and society, as three examples show. Two young people paint the
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Home manager Christoph Häfele talks about the right time to move into assisted living. “Most people are too late,” says the 40-year-old trained geriatric nurse about the right time to move into assisted living. The social trend of wanting to
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Anyone who is constantly dealing with decline and death tends to have gloomy thoughts. However, this is neither good for the carer nor helpful when dealing with residents in need of care. That is why Gestalt therapist and theologian Leonhard
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The patient of geriatric nurse Katharina Schmidt is whimpering in pain. The 82-year-old has fallen on an icy road and sustained multiple fractures to his upper arm. After lying in hospital for a long time and then at home, painful
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A good 1.2 million people work in care across Germany. And that despite the difficult conditions. So something about the profession has to keep the professionals going. In an interview, nurse Limbang Jiemer-Rose from Senior Living St. Elisabeth in Schweinfurt
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Digital patient files, care via the monitor, electric assistants: the advancing digitalisation does not stop at care either. In the past ten years, manufacturers have developed more and more systems that benefit nursing. Read here how innovative care can benefit
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Around 1.6 million over-60s in Germany are malnourished In Germany, 1.6 million of those over 60 are malnourished, according to the Bremen Health Office. Alarming figures, considering that proper nutrition in old age is essential for well-being and quality of
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Color design plays an important role in the atmosphere and well-being of residents in nursing homes. It is well known that colors can have an effect on our mood and behavior, and this is also true for the elderly, especially
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21 years of wissner-bosserhoff. During this time, there have been a number of highlights that have remained in my memory. I should write a book about them one day. After training as a radio and television technician and graduating as
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Life expectancy in Germany continues to rise: people are getting older and older and are therefore increasingly dependent on care. There are currently five million people in need of care across Germany – and the number is rising. This also
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Dancing isn’t just fun. For seniors, it can also actively strengthen the senses and the body. Read on to find out how tango and co. can have a positive effect, especially in old age. Tango, waltz and cha-cha can be
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Poor hygiene, residents being sedated with medication, pungent urine odors: time and again, there are reports of disastrous conditions in retirement homes, where many elderly people spend their twilight years. Since, according to the Federal Statistical Office, around 16 percent
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I have been working in marketing at wissner-bosserhoff since 2015. Before that, after studying business administration, I worked for a company in the electrical appliance industry for more than 20 years. In the meantime, I have been leading our small
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According to the German Federal Ministry of Health, around 30 out of every 100 seniors over the age of 65 who live at home fall once a year. In nursing homes, the figure is as high as 50 out of
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I have now been with wissner-bosserhoff for five years. I started in 2017 as a dual student. After completing my associated training as an industrial clerk, I worked for a while in internal sales. Since 2021, I have also finished
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Shared apartments: What is a common living concept for students is gaining popularity for seniors. Especially for dementia sufferers, living together can be valuable. Read here what a dementia shared apartment looks like, what the benefits of living together are
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Playing games, singing familiar songs, having conversations: Social care in senior living facilities can be all of these things. But it’s also so much more. As they age, seniors often lack daily structure and social rituals. Skat night, for example,
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According to a recent estimate, Germany will have a shortage of nearly half a million caregivers by 2030. According to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, there are already eleven geriatric nurses for every 100 people in need of
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Professionally, I have already been able to gather a lot of different experiences: I am a trained beautician, have also completed training as an automotive saleswoman and have already worked as an office and branch manager in the tire trade.
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According to the Institute of the German Economy, there will be a shortage of around 500,000 nursing staff across Germany by 2035. The reason: senior citizens are getting older and older and therefore need to be cared for longer. On
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With Rumpelstiltskin and Co. against forgetfulness: Professionally read aloud fairy tales can have a positive influence on dementia patients according to studies of the past nine years. How reading aloud activates seniors is demonstrated by the findings of the project
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According to the Association for Nursing Assistance, almost two million people in Germany are cared for by relatives at home. The other half of the total of 4.1 million people in need of care are cared for by professionals in
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Well thought-out solutions, a solid product line and flexible, innovative ideas – these are feedbacks from our customers regarding wissner-bosserhoff. I am pleased that I have been able to make my contribution to this for more than 11 years. Back
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The bed is probably the most important piece of furniture in our lives. After all, we spend at least a third of our lives sleeping. The furniture becomes even more relevant in old age: For increasingly immobile or bedridden seniors,
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Why needs-oriented beds are important for seniors Good and, above all, safe sleep cannot be taken for granted in old age. The right bed can make all the difference. For bedridden seniors, however, beds are much more than just a
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Swimming, diving, hiking, … the main thing is nature! That’s how I like to spend my free time with my husband, our child and our dog. So we are super fond of outdoor sports. It fits perfectly that we live
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How to improve movement in old age Getting out of a chair and going to the bathroom: What are casual, unconscious routines for healthy people can challenge elders. The reason is increasing immobility. With increasing age and decreasing mobility, the
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According to a study by the Hans Böckler Foundation, one nurse currently looks after up to 13 people in need of care. The shortage of skilled workers not only means that the daily routine of those working is almost unbearable.
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17 years ago I started as a trainee in the logistics department at wissner-bosserhoff. After one month, I was offered an annual contract at the Christmas dinner. I was so surprised, I didn’t expect it at all at that time.
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The work of nursing staff is physically demanding – that is common knowledge. During the Corona pandemic, the workload in hospitals and care facilities intensified even more. Apart from shift work and psychological challenges, incorrect posture can also have a
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Current discoveries and promising studies Dementia – a widespread disease that cannot yet be cured. According to current figures from the German Alzheimer’s Association, around 1.6 million people in Germany live with the disease. Worldwide, there are almost 47 million
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I was already familiar with wissner-bosserhoff before I applied here last year. At that time, I had already completed my training as an industrial clerk here and then worked for some time in strategic purchasing. After my business studies in
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Occupational therapy supports people of all ages whose mobility is restricted by illness, disability or signs of aging. The older generation in particular needs help with targeted exercises to maintain their independence and the quality of life that goes with
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Time to say goodbye After 14 years of HR work at wissner-bosserhoff, I am now saying „goodbye and take care“. Looking back, I can say that it was never boring because there were always new topics and challenges. I am
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