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You want to get involved in Bremen – but don't know how?

July 2, 2026

The city of Bremen offers numerous opportunities for volunteering – whether with a club or a welfare organization, as a mentor, cultural companion, or guardian. If you would like to volunteer to help children, young people, and families in Bremen, you will find key contact points and relevant networks here.

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Suddenly in need of care? The care support centers in Bremen offer free advice

June 30, 2026

When someone becomes dependent on care, many questions often arise: What support is available? What services does long-term care insurance cover? How can care be organized at home? And which support services are suitable for one's own situation? The care support centers in the state of Bremen are a neutral, free, and independent point of contact for all questions relating to care. They help to maintain an overview and find suitable solutions together.

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ReBUZ Bremen: Help when school becomes difficult

June 23, 2026

Things don't always run smoothly at school. Some children have learning difficulties, others don't feel comfortable in class, struggle with anxiety, or lose their motivation to attend school. Parents, too, sometimes face questions they can't answer on their own. This is precisely where the Regional Counseling and Support Centers in Bremen – ReBUZ for short – provide support.

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Midwifery centers in Bremen

June 16, 2026

A midwife accompanies families through a special phase of life: from pregnancy through the postpartum period and into the child's first year. However, many expectant parents find it difficult to find a midwife. The midwifery centers in Bremen provide additional support and offer local services for families. The midwifery centers […]

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Are you looking for a midwife in Bremen?

May 19, 2026

In Bremen, there's the Bremen/Bremerhaven midwife search tool, which helps you find a suitable midwife. The midwifery centers offer neighborhood-based support for pregnant women, (expectant) parents, and families with babies – so you feel well cared for and supported. Every pregnancy brings many questions – and often the desire for good support. Midwives […]

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Does my child need early intervention services?

April 9, 2026

In Bremen, there are various early intervention programs for children who need more attention, support, and encouragement than other children in their early years to develop properly. Your pediatrician is the first point of contact if you are concerned that your child is not developing appropriately for their age. For example, if your child […]

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Are you looking for a pediatrician in your area?

March 23, 2026

Our overview of all pediatricians in the city of Bremen will give you a good starting point. Your child will need their health insurance card for every examination. For preventative checkups, they will need their yellow child health record booklet (U-Heft), and if your child is due for vaccination, they will need their vaccination record. The on-call pediatric service can help you when the doctor's office is closed. […]

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What do the Bremen educational counseling centers do?

March 23, 2026

Did you know that children, teenagers, parents, and other caregivers can contact the city's counseling centers for children, teenagers, and families with any personal or family-related questions? These can include questions about development, parenting, (family) conflicts, or separation and divorce. The counselors typically discuss very personal experiences and […]

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What does the youth welfare office actually do?

March 12, 2026

Have you always wanted to know what the youth welfare office does and what kind of support it can offer you? On "The Youth Welfare Office: Support that makes a difference" you can find out about the work of youth welfare offices and learn more about their services and programs.

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Childcare? Here's what you need to know: Bremen's daycare portal

March 5, 2026

Through the online platform "Kita-Portal", parents and guardians can get an overview of available childcare options, search for a suitable place and register their child digitally for a childcare place.

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