Fuerth's Village Helpers: A Dwindling Force Amid Rising Need
District administrator Bernd Obst recently visited Heike Vogel's farm in Deberndorf to discuss operational and village assistance in the district of Fuerth. This meeting highlights the importance of village helpers who take over urgent tasks on distressed businesses, such as caring for animals and supporting households. The Maschinenring Fuerth coordinates these deployments, with approval usually given via the health insurance company.
Nationally, operational assistance hours have decreased from 42,000 in 2014 to 26,000 in 2024. In Fuerth, the number of active operational helpers has also declined, from 3 full-time and 30 part-time helpers in 2014 to 2 full-time and 11 part-time helpers in 2024. To secure farm aid, a model was implemented in 2016 employing farm helpers via the Social Insurance for Agriculture, Forestry, and Horticulture (SVLFG). Currently, there are two employment carriers for agricultural farm helpers in the region: the Maschinen- and Farm Aid Ring Fuerth and the Evangelical Village and Farm Aid Service Hesselberg. Both are urgently seeking reinforcements for full-time or part-time village helper positions. Applicants should be self-organized, adaptable, and enjoy working with people and animals.
Heike Vogel, a 20-year veteran village helper in Fuerth, exemplifies the dedication of these crucial workers. For specific information about certified operational and village help units in Fuerth, contact the Landratsamt Fuerth, the Feuerwehrverband, or local Dorfhilfe and ehrenamtliche organizations. These bodies can provide insights into the locations and deployments of these vital services.
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