Rüsselsheim receives award as a pioneer for digital senior aid!

Rüsselsheim receives award as a pioneer for digital senior aid!

Rüsselsheim am Main, Deutschland - On July 24, 2025, the city of Rüsselsheim received a special award. Digital State Secretary Stefan Sauer was on site to honor the city as one of 70 "Di @lotsen bases" in Hesse. This initiative supports older people in developing digital skills and finding their way around the digital age. The volunteers who act as DI @loten and di@pilot are available as multipliers to help with questions on digital topics and applications.

A central goal of this project is to strengthen the self -confidence of older people in dealing with modern technology. The program not only includes the imparting of basic knowledge, but also the practical use of digital technologies in everyday life, such as online bookings or communication with doctors. Mayor Patrick Burghardt emphasized the challenges that digitization for seniors brings with it during the event.

commitment and support

The city of Rüsselsheim benefits from the committed work around the “Digital in old age-di @lotsen” project, which is guided by the Hessian State Chancellery. Since the start in July 2021, a total of 70 bases have been launched in 25 counties and independent cities in Hesse. These bases are not individuals, but institutions that coordinate training and provide technology. In Rüsselsheim, new committed people have already been won over to strengthen the Di @lotsen team.

Marius Volkmann, the coordinator of the base, reported that training courses for the pilots are regularly offered. These are not only financed by the Ministry of Family Affairs, but also supported by the Digital Ministry, which provides technology funding for the various bases. In addition, the state foundation "Together in Hesse" works closely with the DI @lotsen to ensure extensive advice and support.

A look into the future

The project impressively shows that older people are also able to learn digital skills. With flexible and comprehensive support from the state of Hesse, the project ensures that digital participation is accessible to all seniors. The use of the DI @lotsen is not only free of charge, but also low-threshold and close to home, which makes participation considerably easier for older citizens.

Digital State Secretary Sauer emphasized the immense importance of this initiative for the social participation of older people. It becomes clear that digitization not only offers challenges, but also opportunities for a self -determined life in old age. The commitment of the volunteers in Rüsselsheim is a shining example of a successful joint campaign that beats bridges between generations and builds up digital barriers.

For more information about the project and the support options, visit the website of the city of Rüsselsheim at rüsselsheim.de Hessen at digitalpakt-alter.de .