Luxury apartments for refugees: This is how integration in favorites succeeds!

Luxury apartments for refugees: This is how integration in favorites succeeds!

In Favoritenstraße 186 in the 10th Viennese district, an innovative residential project is currently being built that not only offers the most modern architecture, but also represents a ray of hope for many recognized refugees. Originally, the apartments should be rented through real estate platforms, but there were not enough interested parties. Therefore, the owner family, a well-known Viennese car dealer dynasty, decided to award the 110 apartments, which are equipped with air conditioning, balconies or gardens, to fleeting families. Now 106 of these units have already been rented out, with the majority of the new residents being families, some of which were even brought together. The project is carried out in cooperation with the Diakonie and the Social Affairs Vienna and pursues the goal of enabling the refugees an independent lifestyle without state support.

The special thing about this pilot project is not only the high -quality equipment, but also the obligations of the tenants. These not only have to bear rent and operating costs independently, but are also obliged to take part in German courses, workshops and consultations. "We want to actively support the Integration of refugees," explains a representative of the Diakonie, who has been working in refugee aid for almost 30 years. The aim is not only to offer migrants a roof over their heads, but also to accompany them on their way to self -employment.

a new home for refugees

The apartments in Favoritenstrasse have a size between 32 and 99 square meters and offer space for one to four-room apartments. The modern equipment with gardens, balconies or even terraces appeals to many refugee families that will move into their new home in the next few weeks. As part of the project, the tenants must sign a contract that obliges them to actively work on their integration. But rents are not free of charge; The residents have to wear them themselves, which is a big challenge for many.

"This project has the potential to improve the living conditions of many people", according to the positive feedback from residents who have already made donations in kind. The close contact to the local community is highly valued by those responsible and considered important for integration.

long -term perspectives

The time framework of the project is limited to 18 months, with an evaluation and the possibility of continuation remain open. It should be emphasized that this residential project is in parallel with other initiatives such as the “Start apartments for migrants” of Caritas, which also offer apartments for a maximum of three years and provide support from social workers. These offers aim to make the living conditions stable and to actively promote integration.

So if you are looking for a residential solution or need support in Vienna, you can contact the advisory centers of the Social Affairs in Vienna. The positive approach of these projects shows that there are also ways beyond acute emergency situations. The new perspective on integration and the provision of living space could be an important building block for the future of the city.

For further information and help inquiries, the websites of , kosmo as well as caritas Appointment.