Waiting for mercy: new nursing home in Währing until 2028!

Waiting for mercy: new nursing home in Währing until 2028!

In the heart of Wäring, the "House of Mercy" is a place where stories were written. Opened in 1875 as a pioneer of geriatrics, the building has an eventful history behind. But since Caritas acquired the facility in 2017, it has been empty - a fact that has not only been working on the district for years. The vacancy is primarily due to the challenges of pandemic and the last wave of inflation, which has significantly hindered the implementation of plans.

The big step followed in July 2023: The ailing building was demolished because a renovation was simply no longer possible. A new building is urgently needed to meet the requirements for modern care and support. The submission of the new construction projects is planned by the end of 2025, which are to be in full bloom by 2028. A new Caritas care house with 120 care places, a children's and youth flat share for people with disabilities, "Housing First" apartments for homeless people and even a local supplier who supplies the neighborhood are planned.

a step into the future

Caritas has not only content to close the gaps in the care sector, but also works closely with a non -profit developer to secure affordable living. "There is something," you could say, because the plans are ambitious. However, the exact costs for the project are still unknown and depend on the later tender. But it is already clear that you want to start to complete the project by 2028.

More information about the details of the project can be found on our-Waehring. This information is important for the Währingen population, which is eagerly awaiting the new offers that the "House of Mercy" could bring in the future. Until then, patience is required - a game of patience in which time is still of central importance for everyone involved.

A look at the story

Caritas has a long tradition in Vienna, which goes back to the first Caritas congresses after the turn of the century. The organization always tried to provide emergency aid and support, especially during and after the world wars. During the difficult post -war period, Caritas helped hundreds of thousands of hungry and displaced people, a sign of the permanent relevance of the work that continues today.

The story shows how Caritas has developed over the decades: from the first retirement home, to support for homeless people to institutions for refugees and people with disabilities. What started as a modest aid organization has developed into a comprehensive network that offers a wide range of services - in the best sense of humanity.

In this tradition, the "House of Mercy" is an important part of just and social urban development, the ongoing history of which is closely linked to Caritas. The numerous plans and projects at the location show how you want to meet the challenges of the present and at the same time keep up with the values ​​of the past. Even if patience is still asked, the coming years should bring a significant change for Währing and the residents.