Unique 'Zeitpolster' Retirement Model Comes to Leonding & Engerwitzdorf
A series of information events about the 'Zeitpolster' association are set to take place in Leonding on October 6 and Engerwitzdorf on October 7. The events aim to raise awareness about this unique model of retirement support, which originated in Japan and has been gaining traction in Upper Austria. At the core of this initiative is Barbara Riener, a 72-year-old woman from Leonding, who has dedicated herself to supporting the elderly through the association.
Barbara Riener, the driving force behind the 'Zeitpolster' association in Upper Austria, believes that supporting others in retirement brings her personal fulfillment and creates free time for caregivers. She visits elderly people in their homes, assists with shopping, and helps with tasks they find challenging. The association operates on a simple yet innovative model: an hour of service costs 11 euros, with half of that amount, 5.50 euros, credited to the person providing the service for their own future retirement use. Riener has assembled a team of 23 volunteers and is eager to expand this network to better serve the community.
The 'Zeitpolster' association is a novel approach to retirement provision that fosters intergenerational solidarity and mutual support. By volunteering, individuals like Riener not only contribute to the well-being of the elderly but also invest in their own future retirement. The upcoming information events are an opportunity to learn more about this model and how to get involved.
The 'Zeitpolster' association's information events in Leonding and Engerwitzdorf promise to shed light on a unique approach to retirement support. With Barbara Riener at the helm, the association has already assembled a dedicated team of volunteers. The events aim to attract more volunteers and raise awareness about the benefits of this intergenerational support system. For those interested in attending, the best way to obtain reliable and up-to-date information is to contact the event venues directly or consult local media outlets.
