Aschaffenburg Honours Foster Parents With Bavarian Volunteer Card
Aschaffenburg's Lord Mayor, Jürgen Herzing, recently honoured foster parents at the municipal theatre, presenting them with the Bavarian Volunteer Card. This recognition comes as the city and district highlight the urgent need for more foster families. The card offers discounts at various local attractions, pharmacies, and services, demonstrating the city's support for these dedicated individuals.
Foster care provides a stable home and support for children facing various challenges. Interested individuals can contact the Aschaffenburg Foster Care Service at the City Youth Welfare Office (06021 3301625) or via email for more information. Being a foster parent involves active listening, understanding, patience, and building bridges with relevant parties. Prospective foster parents receive thorough preparation, training, and ongoing professional and financial support.
The city of Aschaffenburg has introduced the Bavarian Volunteer Card for foster parents. This card offers discounts at museums, castles, cultural attractions, swimming pools, pharmacies, and hair salons, acknowledging the vital role foster parents play in the community. The city and district held an information evening to raise awareness about the need for more foster families, encouraging potential candidates to come forward.
The Bavarian Volunteer Card is a recognition program initiated by the Free State of Bavaria to honour citizens' contributions. In Aschaffenburg, it serves as a token of appreciation for foster parents who open their homes and hearts to children in need. More information about foster families is available on the website www.ourwebsite/fosterfamilies.
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