The Lebenshilfe Frankfurt Bereich Wohnen&Leben has been advocating for the rights of people with intellectual disabilities since 1961. With a wide range of inclusive services, it promotes self-determination and participation in an open society. Committed employees and volunteers support this mission.
Lebenshilfe Frankfurt am Main e.V. is a non-profit association that has been advocating for the interests and rights of people with intellectual disabilities since its founding in 1961 by dedicated parents and professionals. Founded as a self-help group, the organization has developed over the last 60 years into a medium-sized social service provider.
Lebenshilfe Frankfurt offers a wide range of services and facilities to support people with disabilities and their families. The offerings include:
The main mission of Lebenshilfe Frankfurt is to promote the self-determination and participation of people with disabilities in society. The association advocates for the implementation of the rights of people with disabilities, as enshrined in the Federal Participation Act and the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. Inclusion, self-determination, and the avoidance of disadvantages are central values of the organization[1][5].
Lebenshilfe Frankfurt continuously works on expanding and improving its inclusive offerings. A central goal is to create an inclusive city of Frankfurt, where all people can participate regardless of their abilities. This includes expanding housing options, promoting inclusive education, and providing appropriate support services. The Lebenshilfe Foundation Frankfurt supports these goals by creating inclusive living spaces[1][3][5].
The association is supported by about 500 employees and over 430 volunteer members. The close cooperation between the association, its subsidiaries Lebenshilfe Frankfurt Ambulante Dienste gGmbH and Lebenshilfe Frankfurt Wohnen gGmbH, as well as the Lebenshilfe Foundation Frankfurt, ensures comprehensive and professional support. The organization is a member of the German Parity Welfare Association and advocates for an open and inclusive society through its work[1][3][5].
Lebenshilfe Frankfurt am Main e.V. is a vibrant example of how commitment, professionalism, and the will to include come together to improve the lives of people with disabilities and create a fairer society.
