Waiting for mercy: New nursing home in Währing by 2028!

Waiting for mercy: New nursing home in Währing by 2028!

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

The big step followed in July 2023: the dilapidated building was demolished because renovation was simply no longer possible. A new building is urgently needed to meet the requirements for modern care and support. The new construction projects are planned to be submitted by the end of 2025 and should be in full bloom by 2028. Plans include a new Caritas care home with 120 care places, a children's and youth shared apartment for people with disabilities, "Housing First" apartments for homeless people and even a local provider that supplies the neighborhood.

A step into the future

Caritas has not only contented itself with closing the gaps in the care sector, but is also working closely with a non-profit property developer to ensure affordable housing. “There’s something on the horizon,” you could say, because the plans are ambitious. However, the exact costs for the project are still unknown and depend on the subsequent tender. But it is already clear that the project would like to be completed by 2028.

More information about the details of the project can be found at unser-waehring. This information is important for the people of Währing, who are eagerly awaiting the new offers that the “House of Mercy” could bring in the future. But until then, patience is required - a game of patience in which time is still of central importance for everyone involved.

A look into history

Caritas has a long tradition in Vienna that goes back to the first Caritas congresses after the turn of the century. The organization has always strived 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 enduring 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 facilities for refugees and people with disabilities. What began 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” stands as an important part of fair and social urban development, whose ongoing history is closely linked to that of Caritas. The numerous plans and projects at the location show how we want to meet the challenges of the present and at the same time uphold the values ​​of the past. Although patience is still required, the coming years are likely to bring significant change for Währing and its residents.