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Aktiv im Leben mit Behinderung Wartburgkreis e.V. is a non-profit organization that has been supporting people with disabilities and their families in the Wartburg region since 1990. Founded by committed citizens, the association has developed into a central player in the social infrastructure, enabling participation for all phases of life.[1][4]
The association arose from the desire to improve the living conditions of people with disabilities. After reunification, it established a counseling center with a focus on housing advice. For over three decades, it took on sponsorships in integration assistance, child and youth welfare, care and migration. Important milestones include the takeover of the , the founding of the , the name change in 2010 and the opening of branch offices in Bad Salzungen (2018) and Mühlhausen. In 2020, the subsidiary was founded, which has taken over parts of the offers.[1][3]
The association offers a wide range of social and educational services, with a focus on people with severe or multiple disabilities - open to all those in need:
These offers promote independent living, integration and relief for those affected and their relatives.[1][4]
Under the motto „Aktiv im Leben mit Behinderung“, the association stands for equality, inclusion and the removal of barriers - including in people's minds. The mission: to accompany people in all phases of life, to ensure participation and to enable a self-determined future. Values such as commitment, openness and social responsibility shape the work. The current board under the chairmanship of Dr. Joachim Schümmelfeder continues this tradition.[1][3][5]
The association is committed to long-term social inclusion through events such as the European Protest Day for Equality or information evenings on relief services (e.g. Verhinderungspflege, assistive devices). The EUTB offers free, low-threshold advice to break down barriers and strengthen participation. As a non-profit organization with a subsidiary, it prioritizes sustainable structures in the region.[1][5][6]
With over 30 years of expertise, the association is an indispensable anchor of the social structure in Thuringia - inviting newcomers, volunteers and co-creators.[1][3]
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