Regional Association Kassel-Nordhessen

What Regional Association Kassel-Nordhessen does

ASB Regionalverband Kassel-Nordhessen is a non-profit registered association (eingetragener Verein) operating under the German Arbeiter-Samariter-Bund welfare network. Headquartered at Erzbergerstraße 18 in Kassel, the association delivers emergency medical services, civil protection, ambulatory nursing, senior day care, assisted living, kindergarten, youth programs, first aid training, and end-of-life wish fulfillment across the Nordhessen region. The service mix is delivered through ten rescue stations (Rettungswachen), three social stations serving approximately 530 home care patients, four Tagespflege facilities, a multi-generational house in Lohfelden, a kindergarten, and the Bildungszentrum Nordhessen training center in Bad Emstal equipped with computer-controlled simulation mannequins. Specialized assets include NEF emergency physician response vehicles, a Baby-Notarztwagen for neonatal transport, rescue motorcycles, and the Wünschewagen Nordhessen wish-fulfillment service.

The organization's revenue mechanics are multi-stream and typical of the German non-profit welfare sector: contracted rescue services with Landkreis Kassel and the State of Hesse, health insurance and long-term care insurance (Pflegekasse) reimbursement for ambulatory and day care, training course fees via an online booking portal, annual membership dues, and donations processed through the Wikando Fundraisingbox. Funded capital projects between 2021 and 2023 included a €2M rescue station in Immenhausen, a €5.5M barrier-free senior housing complex in Lohfelden, and a new Tagespflege facility in Habichtswald-Ehlen, alongside a 2025 fleet renewal with two new NEF vehicles for the Kassel and Wolfhagen service areas.

The association is governed by Chairman Philipp Brake and a board including Sabine Schneider, with operational leadership held by Regional Managing Director Judith Ehret, who assumed sole responsibility in April 2022 after a succession from Michael Görner. Quality is externally validated by MDK ratings of 1.0 (excellent) for both Sozialstation Kassel and Sozialstation Immenhausen, and the regional chapter hosted the federal ASB Bundesübung 2025 disaster response exercise with over 900 personnel, reinforcing its standing within the national ASB network.

Name

Regional Association Kassel-Nordhessen

Legal name

Arbeiter-Samariter-Bund Landesverband Hessen e.V.

Website

https://asb-nordhessen.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1909

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ASB Regionalverband Kassel-Nordhessen is a German non-profit welfare association providing emergency rescue, ambulatory nursing, senior day care, assisted living, kindergarten, first aid training, and end-of-life wish fulfillment across North Hesse through ten rescue stations and multiple care facilities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Emergency Medical Services

NAICS

Ambulance Services (62191), Community Food and Housing, and Emergency and Other Relief Services (6242), Individual and Family Services (6241), Community Housing Services (62422)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090)

akta.pro primary industry

Disaster Response, Rescue & Tactical EMS (DMAT/USAR/SWAT/HAZMAT Medical) (HLAFANAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Disaster Response & Search and Rescue (SAR) (BPADADAA), Emergency Shelter, NFIs & Winterization for Displaced Populations (BPADAHAG), Search & Rescue (Urban/Water/Wilderness) Coordination (HLAJAGAJ)

Keywords

• Emergency medical services
• Home nursing care
• Disaster response services
• Senior day care
• First aid training

Headquarters

HQ city

Frankfort

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices13 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Rescue Services Contracts: Government-funded emergency medical services and rescue operations through contracts with public authorities (Landkreis Kassel, State of Hesse)
2. Nursing and Care Services: Ambulatory care, day care, and senior services reimbursed through health insurance and long-term care insurance
3. Donations and Fundraising: Charitable donations for special projects like Wünschewagen, cold weather aid, and refugee support. Online donations through Wikando GmbH fundraising platform.
4. Membership Fees: Annual membership fees from ASB members supporting the organization
5. First Aid Training Courses: Fee-based first aid courses for the public, businesses, and organizations. Courses include basic first aid, refresher courses, pediatric first aid, and specialized training.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

ASB Regionalverband Kassel-Nordhessen is a non-profit welfare organization providing emergency medical rescue services, ambulatory nursing care, senior day care, civil protection and disaster response, first aid training, and social support services (including the Wünschewagen wish-fulfillment program) across the Kassel-Nordhessen region of Germany. The organization operates 10 rescue stations, multiple day care facilities, social stations, and an education center, employing approximately 600 staff.

Product overview

ASB Regionalverband Kassel-Nordhessen operates as a comprehensive humanitarian service organization offering a diverse portfolio of emergency, healthcare, and social services. The core offerings include emergency rescue services (Rettungsdienst) with multiple rescue stations and modern rescue vehicles including specialized Baby-Notarztwagen, disaster response capabilities (Bevölkerungsschutz/Medizinische Task Force), and medical event coverage (Sanitätsdienst). The organization provides extensive care services including ambulatory care (Ambulante Pflege/Sozialstation), multiple day care facilities (Tagespflege) across the region, and assisted living (Betreutes Wohnen). Social support services encompass the Wünschewagen (wish ambulance for terminal patients), Mehrgenerationenhaus community center, Hausnotruf emergency call system, Menü-Service meal delivery, and senior counseling. Educational offerings center on the Bildungszentrum providing first aid training (Erste Hilfe), paramedic training, and rescue service education. Additional services include transportation for disabled individuals, youth groups (ASJ), crisis intervention (KIT), and a second-hand store (ASB Lieblingsstücke). The organization operates multiple facilities including 10 rescue stations, several day care centers, a kindergarten, and community centers, all coordinated through regional headquarters in Kassel.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ASB Wünschewagen Nordhessen: Charity project fulfilling last wishes of terminally ill people - transporting them to places of personal significance
• ASB Mehrgenerationenhaus Lohfelden
• ASB Lieblingsstücke
• ASB Bildungszentrum Nordhessen

Products and services

• Ambulante Pflege / Sozialstation (Ambulatory Home Care) Home-based ambulatory nursing and social care services for elderly and care-dependent individuals in Kassel, Immenhausen, and surrounding areas, reimbursed through health and long-term care insurance. Approximately 530 patients served by three social stations.
• Baby-Notarztwagen (Baby Emergency Ambulance) Specialized emergency vehicle for neonatal and infant transport, equipped with transport incubator and specialized medical equipment for newborn emergency transfers across the region.
• Rettungsdienst / Qualifizierter Krankentransport (Emergency Rescue Service) 24/7 emergency rescue services and qualified patient transport with modern rescue vehicles (Rettungswagen, NEF, baby ambulance, motorcycle squad), operated through 10 rescue stations under contract with Landkreis Kassel.
• Bevölkerungsschutz / Katastrophenschutz / Medizinische Taskforce (Civil Protection / Disaster Response) Civil protection, disaster response, and Medical Task Force 34 services for large-scale emergencies, including rapid deployment groups, in cooperation with THW, fire departments, and DRK.
• Bildungszentrum Nordhessen (Education Center) Education and training center located in Bad Emstal offering paramedic training (Notfallsanitäter), rescue service training, and continuing professional development for emergency responders, using two computer-controlled simulation puppets.
• Erste Hilfe - Hilfe lernen (First Aid Training) Fee-based first aid training courses including basic first aid, refresher courses, pediatric emergency care, early defibrillation, pet first aid, and school first aid responder training, delivered to individuals, businesses, and organizations.
• Tagespflege (Senior Day Care) Day care services for seniors at multiple locations (Baunatal, Lohfelden, Habichtswald-Ehlen, Vellmar) providing daily care, social activities, meals, and specialized dementia support.
• Wünschewagen (Wish Wagon) Charitable wish-fulfillment service that transports terminally ill patients to places of personal significance free of charge, coordinated through approximately 1,800+ nationwide volunteer wish fulfillers across 23 vehicles.
• Hausnotruf (Home Emergency Call System) 24/7 home emergency call monitoring system for seniors and at-risk individuals living independently, providing rapid response and connection to emergency services when needed.
• Mehrgenerationenhaus Lohfelden (Multi-generational House) Multi-generational community center in Lohfelden offering intergenerational programs, cultural activities, counseling, and social services for residents of all ages.
• Betreutes Wohnen für Senioren (Assisted Senior Living) Assisted living apartments for seniors in Lohfelden, including 22 barrier-free apartments integrated with day care facilities, representing a 5.5 million EUR investment.
• Seniorenberatungsstelle und Zentrum für Demenz (Senior Counseling & Dementia Center) Senior advisory services and a dementia center providing professional consultation, support, and resources for elderly individuals and their families.
• Kindertagesstätte (Kita Lohfelden) Kindergarten and childcare services for children, located at ASB Kita Lohfelden, including youth development programs.
• Kriseninterventionsteam (KIT) Nordhessen (Crisis Intervention Team) Crisis intervention team providing psychosocial emergency support for individuals and families dealing with critical life events, accidents, or traumatic experiences.
• Menü-Service (Meal Delivery) Meal delivery service (Essen auf Rädern) providing daily hot meals to seniors and individuals in need throughout the region.
• Fahrdienst für Menschen mit Handicap (Disabled Transport Service) Specialized accessible transportation service for individuals with disabilities, providing mobility solutions for medical appointments and daily activities.
• Sanitätsdienst (Event Medical Service) On-site medical service coverage providing first aid and emergency medical support at public events, concerts, festivals, and sporting events.
• ASB Lieblingsstücke (Second-hand Shop) Second-hand shop at Lange Straße 55 in Lohfelden selling donated clothing and household items, with proceeds supporting ASB charitable activities.
• Jugendgruppen / Arbeiter-Samariter-Jugend (Youth Groups) Youth groups (Arbeiter-Samariter-Jugend, ASJ) engaging young people in community service, first aid skills development, and volunteer activities.

Quantifiable outcome

• Quality rating of 1.0 (excellent) for Sozialstation Kassel from Medizinischer Dienst
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Deutsches Rotes Kreuz (DRK) Kassel-WolfhagencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLong-standing cooperation in the 'Arbeitsgemeinschaft NEF Wolfhager Land' since 1991 for emergency physician vehicle services. ASB and DRK jointly operate emergency response vehicles in the Altkreis Wolfhagen area.
• Technisches Hilfswerk (THW)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint exercises and operations for civil protection. THW teams from Kassel and Wolfhagen regularly participate in large-scale disaster response exercises with ASB.
• Feuerwehr LippoldsbergminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint participation in Medizinische Task Force 34 exercises. Combined operations during large-scale disaster scenarios.
• Architekturbüro LangminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerArchitectural firm responsible for planning new rescue station in Immenhausen and other construction projects. Long-standing partnership with ASB.
• Hermanns HMS Bau-GmbHminorConstruction company partner for building projects including senior housing in Lohfelden.
• Landwirte Ottmar Rudert and Günter RüddenklauminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFarmers organizing aid transports to Southeast Europe. ASB donates medical equipment (ventilators) to support their relief efforts.
• Bundesverband ASB / ASB Deutschland e.V.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational umbrella organization providing standards, training programs, and coordination for regional ASB chapters. ASB Bundesübung 2025 organized under national leadership.
• ASB Landesverband Hessen e.V.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState-level organization coordinating ASB activities in Hesse. Responsible for data processing agreements, hosting contracts, and regional strategy.
• Komunale Versorgungskasse Kurhessen-Waldeck (KVK)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMunicipal pension fund that partnered with ASB to create senior housing with integrated day care in Habichtswald-Ehlen.
• Ev. Jugend LohfeldenminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEvangelical youth organization partnering with ASB multi-generational house for intergenerational exchange project 'Miteinanderrederei'.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Falck Deutschland: Private EMS operator active in Germany offering ambulance and patient transport services—competes with ASB for non-emergency transport contracts and event medical services, though primarily in different German regions.

Direct peers

• Deutscher Caritasverband: Germany's largest Catholic welfare organization operating nationwide ambulatory care, senior services, refugee aid, and family support—competing directly with ASB in Hesse for social services contracts and donor funding.
• Deutsches Rotes Kreuz (DRK): Germany's largest welfare organization and ASB's closest direct competitor, operating ambulance/EMS, social services, disaster response, and training across all German states including a joint NEF partnership with ASB in Wolfhagen since 1991.
• Arbeiterwohlfahrt (AWO): Major German welfare organization with strong focus on elderly care, child and youth services, and social counseling—overlapping significantly with ASB's day care, senior housing, and family services offerings.
• Diakonie Deutschland: Protestant welfare federation providing elderly care, family services, refugee support, and social counseling—overlapping ASB's social services portfolio and competing for the same public contracts in Hesse.
• Malteser Hilfsdienst: Catholic-affiliated welfare organization offering rescue services, social services, refugee assistance, and first aid training—directly overlapping ASB's core service portfolio and competing for Hessian government contracts.
• Johanniter-Unfall-Hilfe: Major German welfare organization providing EMS, ambulatory care, hospice services, and civil protection on a national scale—competing head-to-head with ASB for the same public contracts and donor base.

Broad incumbents

• Arbeiter-Samariter-Bund Deutschland: National ASB umbrella organization providing training standards, federal exercise coordination (e.g., Bundesübung 2025), and brand framework; serves as ASB Nordhessen's parent and operates sister regional chapters in other states with comparable service portfolios.

Others

• Technisches Hilfswerk (THW): Federal government technical relief agency that partners with ASB in joint exercises (Medizinische Task Force 34) rather than competing directly—an adjacent civil protection ecosystem participant.

Emerging players

• DLRG (Deutsche Lebens-Rettungs-Gesellschaft): Specialized water rescue and first aid organization with narrower scope than ASB but overlapping in EMS training, event medical services, and disaster preparedness—competes in adjacent service lines within Hesse.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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