Successful "Marketplace Neighbourhood Help" to be continued in 2026

The City of Bocholt's senior citizens' office is continuing the "Marktplatz Nachbarschaftshilfe" event series in 2026. The next event will take place on Wednesday, 25 February 2026 at 4 pm, this time in the Family Education Centre (Fabi) at Ostwall 39, 46397 Bocholt. Senior citizens with a care degree and interested neighbourhood helpers are cordially invited to get to know each other in a relaxed atmosphere and make appointments for neighbourhood help.

"There were many "matches" and positive feedback from senior citizens and their relatives last year, who would not have found any support without the event," reports Head of Division Christian Tewiele. "This is why we will be organising the marketplace as a regular fixture in the calendar."

The aim of the "Marktplatz Nachbarschaftshilfe" is to bring together senior citizens with a care degree who are looking for support in their everyday lives with committed volunteers. Whether shopping, going for a walk, doing household chores or visiting the doctor - there are many different ways to provide support. Neighbourhood help is financed by the care insurance fund's relief amount, so there are no additional costs for senior citizens. Neighbourhood helpers receive a tax-free allowance of up to 131 euros per month and person supported.

Interested senior citizens and potential neighbourhood helpers are cordially invited to attend the event. It is not necessary to register in advance for the event at the family education centre. If you have any further questions, please call the Bocholt senior citizens' office on 02871 953 2234 or send an email to seniorenbuero(at)bocholt(dot)de. The city administration provides additional information on the city's website at www.bocholt.de/marktplatz-nachbarschaftshilfe.