Help for pensioners: Brigitte is urgently looking for a bike in Prenzlau!

Im Uckermark sucht die 69-jährige Brigitte Matz nach einem gebrauchten Fahrrad, um ihre Mobilität und Lebensfreude zu erhalten.
In the Uckermark, 69-year-old Brigitte Matz is looking for a used bike to get her mobility and joie de vivre. (Symbolbild/MB)

Help for pensioners: Brigitte is urgently looking for a bike in Prenzlau!

Prenzlau, Deutschland - Brigitte Matz, a 69-year-old pensioner from Prenzlau, is looking for a new bicycle that guarantees her the necessary mobility and independence in everyday life. For years the bike has been more than just a means of transportation for years; It is a symbol of joie de vivre and independence. She currently lives from a small pension and has housing benefit, which is why she is looking for a bargain when buying a new bike. Matz recently visited the "Green Mile" event in the Prenzlauer Seepark and wanted to buy a used 26-inch ladies' bike there. But unfortunately, her inexperience at auctions let it go empty -handed, since all bicycles were sold for more money than it was willing to pay, reports the SVZ

To support your search, the editorial team of your home newspaper started a call. Matz is on the road with her bike every day, even in less inviting weather, and it is essential for her that the bike is in good condition. It also has some other household items that need repairs, but the bike has the highest priority for her. The community is therefore asked to help her with a used bike, for which offers can be sent to the editorial office by email.

The challenges of older people

Brigitte's situation reflects the challenges with which many older people in Germany fight. According to the ninth age report, presented by Federal Minister of the Federal Minister Lisa Paus, older people often live active and diverse, but also face numerous hurdles that restrict their participation in social life. In particular, social isolation, material security and health problems are addressed in the report. Barriers that make it difficult for some older people, are diverse and urgently need to be tackled, such as

The need to improve the living conditions of older people is supported by numerous initiative of the ministry, such as strategies against loneliness and promoting social engagement. Over 31 recommendations for politics and civil society aim to improve the life situation of older people and combat discrimination.

The way to participate

In a time when social participation is becoming increasingly important for all people, stories like that of Brigitte Matz show how crucial it is to take the needs of the older generation seriously. By striving for economic security and social inclusion, older people like Brigitte can maintain their active role in the community and their quality of life. The support of neighbors and friends, as well as local initiatives are of great importance. In surveys on the quality of life of older people, it is often clear that the feeling of belonging and the opportunity to participate in social life are essential for their well -being.

Together we can raise awareness of the concerns of the older people and, by means of targeted support, help to reduce barriers. Matz ’Search for a cheap bike is not only a personal challenge, but also a call to the community to show solidarity. The big goal remains to create a sustainable and inclusive company for all age groups. Special reports and analyzes about the social challenges and life realities of older people are documented in various studies, such as the seventh altitude report from 2016, which underlines the need to build up healthy and integrative companies, so the Network aging .

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