Caritas Socialis

What Caritas Socialis does

Caritas Socialis (legally CS Caritas Socialis Privatstiftung) is a Vienna-based Catholic non-profit private foundation operating the full continuum of healthcare and social care services for vulnerable populations. The organization delivers home care (home help, home nursing, visiting and cleaning services), day centers for seniors, residential long-term care, hospice and palliative services, specialized dementia and Alzheimer care, Europe's only dedicated Multiple Sclerosis day center (at CS Rennweg), a specialized ME/CFS program (CS NORDLICHT), mother-and-child crisis shelter (CS MUKI), and kindergarten services. It also operates a free, non-binding counseling service (CS Beratungsservice Pflege und Demenz) for families navigating care and dementia decisions. Founded under Hildegard Burjan and operating since the early 20th century as part of the Austrian Caritas network, the organization is connected to the CS Schwestern religious community and holds the Spendengütesiegel donation quality seal.

The organization's business model rests on three revenue streams: (1) social services and care fees sourced from government-funded social insurance contracts, health insurance reimbursements, and fees for specialized care (hospice, dementia, MS, home-based); (2) donations and charitable contributions from individuals, corporate CSR partners, and foundations; and (3) revenue from benefit events and campaigns such as the spring benefit concert at the Wiener Konzerthaus with Orchester Camerata Academica. Distribution is community-led and institutionally direct: services are provided at owned facilities across Vienna (CS Rennweg, Lebensraum CS Kalksburg, Tageshospiz Aumannplatz, Stubenbastei, multiple hospice sites) and through mobile in-home services, with referrals flowing from healthcare professionals, social workers, and word-of-mouth. Reach is regional — Vienna only — with no disclosed geographic expansion.

Operationally, Caritas Socialis is recognized through multiple 2026 awards including CCA Venus Awards (for the "Ich darf alles" hospice awareness campaign with NIKELS), Employer Branding Award Gold (for the "Pink Pomelo Years" women's health initiative), the Familie & Beruf Gütezeichen family-friendly employer certification, and research recognition via six posters at the 9th Austrian Interprofessional Palliative Congress 2026. It is also the convener of the first CS Fachkongress ME/CFS and the inaugural Eduard Spörk Preis for journalism on end-of-life quality of life, indicating a strategic emphasis on thought leadership and advocacy in addition to direct service delivery.

Name

Caritas Socialis

Legal name

CS Caritas Socialis Privatstiftung

Website

https://cs.or.at

Company type

Private

Founded year

1919

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Caritas Socialis is a Vienna-based Catholic non-profit foundation operating comprehensive healthcare and social care services — including home care, dementia care, Europe's only MS day center, hospice services, ME/CFS support, and family/child services — for vulnerable populations across Vienna, Austria.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Social and Healthcare Services

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Home Health Care Services (62161), Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly (623312), Social Assistance (624)

SIC

Services-Home Health Care Services (8082), Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Community Resources, Social Services & Transportation Coordination (HLADALAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Companion Care & Social Support (non-clinical) (HLADAGAB), Social Adult Day Care (Non-Medical Supervision & Activities) (HSABANAA), Continuous Home Care (Crisis Hospice) (HSABAFAB), Independent Living with Supportive Services (Light ADL/IADL Support) (HLADAAAE)

Keywords

• Social care services
• Hospice care services
• Dementia care
• Home nursing care
• Nonprofit healthcare

Headquarters

HQ city

Vienna

HQ country

Austria

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Social Services & Care Fees: Revenue generated through government-funded social services contracts, health insurance reimbursements, and fees for specialized care services including hospice, dementia care, MS care, and home-based care.
2. Donations & Charitable Contributions: The organization receives donations from individuals, corporations (CSR partnerships), and charitable foundations. The organization holds a Spendengütesiegel (donation quality seal) confirming proper use of donated funds.
3. Benefit Events & Campaigns: Revenue generation through organized benefit concerts (such as the spring benefit concert at Wiener Konzerthaus with Orchester Camerata Academica) and fundraising campaigns.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Caritas Socialis is a nonprofit social and healthcare organization based in Vienna that delivers a comprehensive range of care services to individuals and families. Its offerings span home care and home nursing, hospice and palliative care, day centers for dementia and multiple sclerosis (MS), a kindergarten, mother-and-child facilities, and free counseling. The organization focuses on dignified, person-centered support across the life cycle, with particular specialization in dementia care and operating what is described as Europe's only MS day center.

Product overview

CS Caritas Socialis is a social services organization providing a comprehensive portfolio of healthcare and care services in Vienna, Austria. The offering is organized as a multi-service platform covering: (1) Care & Support services including home care, home nursing, and day centers for seniors; (2) Specialized dementia and Alzheimer care with model facilities; (3) Hospice services at multiple locations (CS Hospiz Wien, CS Hospiz Rennweg, Hospiz Verena, Tageshospiz Aumannplatz); (4) Multiple Sclerosis specialized care including a unique-in-Europe MS day center; (5) Advisory services including a free dementia consultation service; (6) Family services including kindergarten and mother-child facilities; and (7) Education and training programs. Services are provided through various facilities across Vienna including CS Rennweg, CS Kalksburg, and other locations, with complementary event programming including specialist congresses on ME/CFS.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Home Care and Home Nursing In-home care and nursing services delivered to elderly, chronically ill, and care-dependent individuals in their own homes in Vienna, supporting daily living and medical needs.
• Hospice and Palliative Care Specialized hospice and palliative care for terminally ill patients, providing dignified end-of-life support to patients and their families.
• Dementia Day Center Day center facilities providing structured daytime care, therapeutic activities, and social engagement for people living with dementia, while giving respite to family caregivers.
• Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Day Center Day center dedicated to people with multiple sclerosis, described as Europe's only MS day center, offering therapeutic, social, and respite support for patients and families.
• Kindergarten (Caritas Socialis Kindergarten) Early childhood education and care services operated by Caritas Socialis for young children in Vienna.
• Mother-and-Child Facility Residential and supportive services for mothers and young children, providing housing and social-work guidance for families in need.
• Free Counseling Services Confidential, free counseling offered to individuals and families navigating care decisions, illness, grief, or social challenges.

Quantifiable outcome

• 80,000 ME/CFS patients in Austria supported through advocacy and specialized care programs
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• NIKELS (Kreativagentur)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 7 April 2026NIKELS is the creative agency partner for CS Hospiz Wien's public awareness campaigns. Their joint campaign 'Ich darf alles' (I am allowed everything) won double medals at the CCA Venus Awards 2026. The campaign addresses hospice care and dying with dignity, featuring volunteer Timea Szent-Iványi as the visual voice.
• CLUB ALPHA (Hildegard Burjan Institut)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 February 2026Co-host of educational events including the 'Plötzlich ein Pflegefall' (Suddenly a care case) panel discussion on navigating care situations. Located at Stubenbastei, Vienna.
• Orchester Camerata Academica WienminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnual partnership for benefit concerts at prestigious Vienna venues (Wiener Konzerthaus) to raise funds for CS Hospiz Wien. The spring 2026 concert featured works by Edvard Grieg and other composers.
• Erste BankminorOthersBanking partner for CS Caritas Socialis Privatstiftung's donation account (IBAN: AT27 2011 1800 8098 0900, BIC: GIBAATWW)
• Kardinal König HausminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVenue partner for public education events including ME/CFS discussion forums (Podiumsdiskussion NORDLICHT) and Demenz Meet Vienna 2026.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Volkshilfe Österreich: Austrian non-profit delivering mobile care, social services, and family support across multiple states. Comparable peer in home-based care and social services model for vulnerable populations.
• Caritas Wien: The Vienna regional chapter of Caritas Austria, providing overlapping social, hospice, and care services to the same Vienna population under the same Caritas umbrella. Most directly comparable peer given shared mission, geography, and service lines.
• Wiener Hilfswerk: Vienna-focused social services non-profit offering home help, mobile care, and family services. Directly comparable peer serving the same Vienna elderly and family population with overlapping care services.
• Hilfswerk Österreich: Austrian non-profit providing home care, mobile nursing, and 24-hour care services nationwide, including Vienna. Directly comparable in mobile and home-based elder care delivery model.
• Johanniter Österreich: Austrian arm of the St. John Ambulance network providing hospice, mobile care, and family services. Comparable peer in hospice and home care service delivery across Austria.
• Malteser Wien: Catholic aid organization operating hospice, patient transport, and social services in Vienna. Directly comparable peer in hospice and faith-based social service delivery.
• Arbeiter-Samariter-Bund Wien: Vienna-based non-profit offering mobile care, hospice, and patient transport services. Directly comparable peer in mobile nursing and hospice service delivery to the same Vienna population.
• Diakonie Österreich: Faith-based non-profit providing elder care, hospice, mobile nursing, and family services across Austria, including Vienna. Comparable peer in integrated care, hospice, and home-based service offerings.

Broad incumbents

• Caritas Österreich (national): National umbrella of the Caritas network in Austria, of which CS Caritas Socialis is an independent foundation. Comparable at the brand/network level though broader in scope and reach.
• Rotes Kreuz Wien: Vienna chapter of the Austrian Red Cross, offering mobile care, hospice, and social services. Comparable at the care service line level though broader in mission including emergency response.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/watch?v=tPbbXSCPrKg
• Xx.com/CaritasSocialis
• Facebookfacebook.com/caritassocialis
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/caritas-socialis

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

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