Helfende Hände

What Helfende Hände does

Helfende Hände is a Munich-based non-profit organization (operating as Helfende Hände gemeinnützige GmbH under the sole-shareholder Helfende Hände e.V., founded 1969 by affected parents) that delivers integrated lifelong care, education, and therapy for approximately 150 children, youth, and adults with severe multiple disabilities (schwere Mehrfachbehinderungen). With roughly 270 employees across two locations in west Munich (Westkreuz at Reichenaustraße/Bodenseestraße and Neuaubing at Köferinger Straße), it operates a continuum-of-care portfolio: a Förderschule + Heilpädagogische Tagesstätte serving 74 children and adolescents ages 3-21 in 12 class groups (opened as a new €31M Förderzentrum in July 2023), a Wohnheim with 54 residential places in 9 living groups for adults 18+, a Förderstätte day facility, and an in-house Therapieabteilung providing physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and adjunctive creative therapies (dog, art, music, horseback). Specialized services extend to palliative care (Palliativbegleitung) and grief counseling (Trauerbegleitung), the latter delivered through a partnership with Christophorus Hospiz Verein.

The underlying care model rests on interdisciplinary therapeutic integration — combining the Bobath concept, sensory integration, and Snoezelen-room-based approaches — rather than proprietary software. Notable domain-specific assets include the internally-developed "Cookiemonster" therapeutic board game (2019 Förderpreis der Stiftung Leben pur) for hand-eye coordination, plus barrier-free facility design and adapted transportation. The revenue model is a hybrid of public reimbursement through Germany's Eingliederungshilfe disability-assistance system (covering per-client cost-approvals for residential, school, day, and therapy services), corporate and individual donations (BMW Group, ROMIUS Stiftung, SWM, Rotary/Lions Clubs, Reformhaus Mayr, and others), e.V. membership fees, and proceeds of the affiliated Stiftung Helfende Hände. The organization sells no commercial product, holds no patents, and operates exclusively in Bavaria without disclosed expansion plans beyond the region. Governance is exercised through a volunteer board (elected September 2023 under Chairman Dr. Harald Hilbig) and Managing Director Oliver Jaschek (since January 2022).

Name

Helfende Hände

Legal name

Helfende Hände – Verein zur Förderung und Betreuung mehrfachbehinderter Kinder und Erwachsener e.V. und Helfende Hände – gemeinnützige GmbH zur Förderung und Betreuung mehrfachbehinderter Kinder und Erwachsener

Website

https://helfende-haende.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1969

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Helfende Hände is a Munich-based non-profit (gGmbH under Helfende Hände e.V., founded 1969) operating ~270 staff across two west-Munich sites to provide lifelong education, residential care, day programs, therapy, and palliative support for roughly 150 children, youth, and adults with severe multiple disabilities, funded via Eingliederungshilfe and donations.

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Product category

Disability Care Services

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability Facilities (623210), Child and Youth Services (62411), Other Residential Care Facilities (62399)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050), Services-Child Day Care Services (8351)

akta.pro primary industry

Disability Services & Assistive Solutions (Accessibility, Assistive Tech) (BPAGALAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Down Syndrome & Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Childcare (HSAAAIAC), Volunteer & Companion Support Services (Hospice Volunteer Programs) (HSABAFAO)

Keywords

• Disability care services
• Special education school
• Residential care facilities
• Therapeutic services
• Palliative care support

Headquarters

HQ city

Gräfelfing

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Social Services Funding (Rehabilitation Funding): Core revenue comes from government funding through the rehabilitation system (Eingliederungshilfe) for people with disabilities. This covers the primary operational costs of residential, day care, school, and therapy services based on individual care plans.
2. Donations and Charitable Contributions: The organization actively solicits donations from individuals, corporations, and foundations for facility improvements, equipment, special programs, and capital projects. Multiple donation channels including online donations, occasion-based giving, legacy bequests, and corporate partnerships.
3. Membership Fees: Annual membership fees from e.V. (association) members who support the organization's mission and receive updates on activities.
4. Short-Term Accommodation Services: Short-term care placement services (Kurzzeitwohnen) for respite care purposes, though currently not offered.

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Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Helfende Hände is a Munich-based non-profit social enterprise providing lifelong care, education, therapy, and residential support for approximately 150 children, youth, and adults with severe multiple disabilities. Services are delivered across two locations (Westkreuz and Neuaubing) and include a special school (Förderschule), heilpädagogical day care, adult residential care (Wohnheim), adult day facility (Förderstätte), an in-house therapy department (physiotherapy, occupational, speech, and creative therapies), palliative care, and bereavement counseling.

Product overview

Helfende Hände is a social enterprise operating as an integrated care organization offering multiple specialized services for people with severe multiple disabilities across their lifespan. The core portfolio includes: Förderschule und Heilpädagogische Tagesstätte (integrated special school and day care for 74 children ages 3-21), Wohnen für Erwachsene (residential care with 54 places across 9 living groups for adults 18+), Förderstätte (adult day program for employment and learning), and Therapieabteilung (comprehensive internal therapy including physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy). The organization also provides specialized palliative care and bereavement support services. All facilities are located in the Munich West area at two locations (Westkreuz and Neuaubing).

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Products and services

• Förderschule und Heilpädagogische Tagesstätte Integrated special school and heilpädagogical day care facility for children and adolescents ages 3-21 with severe multiple disabilities, offering 74 places across 12 class groups with educational and therapeutic support.
• Wohnen für Erwachsene (Wohnheim) Residential care facility for adults with severe multiple disabilities aged 18+, offering 54 places across 9 living groups with comprehensive 24/7 support services.
• Förderstätte Day facility providing life, employment, and learning opportunities for adults aged 18+ with severe multiple disabilities alongside their living environment.
• Therapieabteilung Comprehensive internal therapy department offering physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and other therapeutic services for children, adolescents, and adults with disabilities.
• Palliativbegleitung Palliative care team providing support for clients in their final life phase, as well as for relatives, companions, and staff members.
• Trauerbegleitung Bereavement counseling services for children and adults with complex disabilities and their families, provided by trained grief counselors.

Quantifiable outcome

• Served approximately 150 children, youth, and adults with severe multiple disabilities with comprehensive care services
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

23 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• UniBw München (University of the Bundeswehr Munich)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 December 202545-year partnership providing student volunteering, support programs, and community engagement between the university and Helfende Hände facilities.
• Christophorus Hospiz VereincoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for palliative care support and training. Christophorus Hospiz Verein provides consulting for individual case discussions and training opportunities for Helfende Hände staff at the Christophorus Akademie (associated with LMU Klinikum München).
• TARGOBANKminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate Social Day partnership where TARGOBANK employees volunteer at Helfende Hände. TARGOBANK also donated €2,000 to support facility improvements.
• TOPTICAminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate partner supporting Helfende Hände through annual donations, Christmas gift programs, and charity runs. The TOPTICA team fulfills Christmas wishes of children at the Förderzentrum.
• BMW Group / BMW Group e.V.coreGTM or Marketing PartnerLong-standing partnership including Social Days where BMW employees volunteer (19+ employees regularly), Klassik meets Classic benefit concerts (€5,300-6,000 raised), and equipment donations. Partnership spans over multiple years.
• Kumovis GmbHminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMedical 3D printing company that donated €500 for therapy equipment (Novafon) and previously supported with 3D-printed ear protectors during COVID-19 pandemic.
• Happy SocksminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSwedish sock company with German headquarters in Munich donated 300 pairs of colorful socks to bring joy to children and staff.
• Rotary Club München-WestcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMajor donor providing €4,000-6,000 for bus purchases, Easter donations from Advent calendar sales, and ongoing support for 10+ years. Club members participate in Social Days and excursions with clients.
• Lions Club München-BlutenburgcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerDonated tablets for children with severe multiple disabilities and provides ongoing support for technology and equipment needs. Supported Förderzentrum with €2,500 Christmas donation.
• Le Méridien MünchenminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHotel conducted 'You Matter Star' action supporting Helfende Hände.
• Brücke gGmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of a collaborative project 'Zukunft und Sicherung der ambulanten ärztlichen Versorgung für Menschen mit Behinderung in München' with multiple disability service providers including Lebenshilfe München, Stiftung ICP, Stiftung Pfennigparade, Regens Wagner München, and SWW Südbayerische Wohn- und Werkstätten.
• Stiftung ICPcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in medical care access project for people with disabilities in Munich, working to improve outpatient medical services.
• Lebenshilfe München e.V.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in collaborative healthcare access initiative for approximately 1,500 people with disabilities living at participating facilities and 8,000 receiving outpatient support.
• Stiftung PfennigparadecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborating organization in the project to improve medical care access for people with disabilities in Munich.
• Regens Wagner MünchencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in medical care access project for people with disabilities, addressing the lack of accessible doctor offices andbarrier-free structures.
• SWW Südbayerische Wohn- und Werkstätten für Blinde und Sehbehinderte gGmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in initiative to improve medical care access for people with disabilities in Munich, jointly serving approximately 1,500 residential and 8,000 outpatient clients.
• Reformhaus MayrminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDonated €7,000 to support Helfende Hände as part of their social responsibility philosophy.
• SWM (Stadtwerke München)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerSWM visitors and staff raised record donation of €23,585 for the new Förderzentrum. Ongoing support for facility and programs.
• Bundesverband für Körper- und Mehrfachbehinderte Menschen e.V. (bvkm)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational advocacy organization for people with physical and multiple disabilities. Helfende Hände Vorständin Beate Bettenhausen serves as bvkm chairperson. Helfende Hände joined bvkm's position paper for democracy and diversity.
• Ottobrunner Fundgrube (ottobrunner-aktion-helfen)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerCharity eBay shop operated by Silke and Fritz Weiss that auctions artworks to benefit Helfende Hände.
• msg industry advisorsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCompany supported excursion to SEA LIFE München with employees for clients and staff of Helfende Hände.
• Biomedizinisches Centrum der LMU München (BMC)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerUniversity research center donated €1,800 from their Christmas market to support Helfende Hände.
• Stiftung Helfende HändecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe organization's own foundation hosting educational events like the 'Behindertentestament' information evening with Notar Prof. Hartmut Wicke to help families plan for long-term care of disabled relatives.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

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Customer concentration

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Profiles20 records

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