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The Blindeninstitutsstiftung is a non-profit organization that has existed since 1853 and specializes in the comprehensive support and promotion of (deaf-)blind and (visually-)impaired people with other complex disabilities. Its services extend to all phases of life - from early intervention to school education, individual living and therapy offers to the promotion of participation in working life and a supportive life in old age. The Blindeninstitute in Bavaria and Thuringia rely on holistic care that respects individual needs and focuses on the self-determination of those affected[1][5].
The foundation was founded by Moritz Graf zu Bentheim-Tecklenburg-Rheda, whose humanistic heritage is still deeply rooted in the mission statement. As early as the 19th century, he advocated a respectful, non-violent approach to blind people and emphasized individual support, taking into account religion and personality. These values form the basis for a culture of diversity and inclusion, with which the foundation is continuously developing its funding approaches[2].
In addition to early intervention and school education, the range of services also includes a variety of therapy and housing options, support centers and workshops that offer people with visual and multiple disabilities professional perspectives. Experts from over 55 professional fields work closely together to ensure a care concept tailored to the individual needs of the clients. With over 5,500 people cared for and around 2,800 employees, the Blindeninstitutsstiftung is now one of the most important institutions of its kind in Germany, in particular the Blindeninstitut Würzburg as the largest of the five institutions in the foundation[1][3][5].
Sustainability is reflected in the foundation primarily in the promotion of independence and social participation, supported by innovative concepts in rehabilitation and by mobile counseling and support services that ensure comprehensive care. The foundation openly advocates diversity and sustainable social work in order to enable people to live a self-determined and participatory life in the long term.
In summary, the Blindeninstitutsstiftung stands for holistic support and guidance work that is based on decades of experience, lives humanistic values and offers people with visual and multiple disabilities a lifelong perspective - from birth to old age, supported by competent specialists, individual care and a lived inclusive attitude[1][2][3][5].
