Support for victims and those affected
Sensitivity is our most important quality.
We continue to help
Crimes, unexpected deaths, suicide, suicide attempts and relatives who are neglected in their homes, for example, are heavy burdens for those left behind and those affected.
Our employees are psychologically trained and will support you in finding the right contacts.
crime
A first point of contact is the nationwide victim support association WEISSER RING with over 3,000 volunteers for people who have become victims of crime and violence and their relatives:
Deaths, suicide, suicide attempts
Telephone counseling as a nationwide organization with over 7,500 trained and experienced volunteers can serve as the first counseling center when it comes to unexpected deaths, suicide and suicide attempts, but also in almost any crisis situation:
Messie syndrome
“Messie syndrome” can affect anyone and affects all social classes. Around 1.8 million people in Germany are affected by this.*
Extreme collecting and hoarding is an expression of mental illness. Those affected and their relatives need psychological help.
You can find initial assistance, exchange and further offers here:
http://www.angehoerige-messies.de/
https://www.telefonseelsorge.de/
*Deutsches Ärzteblatt 2002; 99: PP 419–420 [issue 9]: https://www.aerzteblatt.de/archiv/33777/Messie-Syndrom-Loecher-in-der-Seele-stöpfen