Counselling centres for older people and relatives

Hilfe im Alter

For the districts: Schwanthalerhöhe, Laim, Nymphenburg, Neuhausen, Aubing, Lochhausen, Langwied, Obermenzing, Pasing

Fax: 089 126991-429

Landshuter Allee 38b
80637 München

Anyone who is unable to do their shopping or prepare a hot meal can apply for a subsidy for meals on wheels or the social lunch programme.

If you are a senior citizen and have bought a laptop, computer or tablet, the City of Munich will support your purchase with a grant.

The complaints office advises people in need of care, relatives, legal carers, acquaintances and carers on issues relating to care for the elderly.

The elderly care service supports senior citizens with travel allowances, telephone assistance and home emergency call systems.

Legal guardianship can be avoided by a power of attorney. Authorised representatives are not subject to control by the competent local court.

If you are unable to visit a dental practice due to personal restrictions, you can arrange a home visit.

Help for people who need support from others to continue household chores or physical activities.

With a care directive, you can specify who should - or should not - take on this task if care is required.

The centres for the elderly and service centres offer local advice and practical help for older people and their relatives.

Preventive home visits are intended to help recognise emergency and dangerous situations among older people at an early stage.