Caritas Oberberg offers a variety of social services in the Oberbergischer Kreis. With 750 employees, it is committed to people in need in over 50 facilities. Value-oriented, sustainable and networked.
The Caritasverband für den Oberbergischen Kreis e.V. is a non-profit social association that operates an extensive network of socio-educational facilities, counseling services, and senior and nursing care throughout the district. With around 750 employees in over 50 different services and facilities, the association is committed to helping people in difficult situations. The organization's identity is based on the Christian value of charity, inspired by the following of Jesus Christ and the guiding principle of treating the suffering - the hungry, the sick and the needy - with respect and care[4][5].
The main tasks of the Caritasverband include not only the care and support of elderly people, but also the socio-educational support of families, young people and people with support needs. In addition, the Caritas Kaufhaus in Gummersbach operates a sustainable social department store that offers well-preserved, donated goods at reasonable prices. The department store promotes ecological sustainability through the reuse of resources and at the same time creates employment opportunities for the long-term unemployed under socio-educational supervision. Special discounts are available to needy customer groups such as recipients of basic income support, pensioners, pupils and students[1][3].
The association pursues a comprehensive mission of social responsibility, which is reflected both in direct help for people in need and in the sustainable use of resources and the creation of social jobs. Caritas Oberberg offers holistic support through networking, close cooperation with youth welfare offices, schools, therapists and other partners, which has a preventive effect and is intended to improve the participation and quality of life of all people in the Oberbergischer Kreis[2][4].
In addition to its social mission, the association is also professionally positioned in economic terms. With an annual turnover of approx. 27.5 million euros, the diverse social services are financed and further developed. The management of the association has been in the hands of experienced specialists since May 2025, who bring both commercial and social expertise to the strategic development[5].
In summary, Caritas Oberberg stands for:
Caritas Oberberg thus makes a significant contribution to social stability, equal opportunities and sustainable cooperation in the region.
