«We want to strengthen parents before they burn out»

Mrs Bächtold, «Hauszeit mit Herz» is designed to counteract parental burnout. Who is the programme open to?

To all those who need it. We want to create an oasis where exhausted parents can find the rest they need without any administrative hurdles. We offer them a place to slow down, which they can use for a break of three nights to six weeks. Our aim is to offer those affected rapid relief so that they can recharge their batteries, reorient themselves and return to everyday life with renewed vigour.

What programme awaits parents?

The principle is: everything is allowed, nothing is a must. We offer activities such as creative design, yoga, massages and various sports that help to clear the mind and relax, as well as coaching programmes that guests can use to activate resources. Whether mums and dads want to take advantage of these offers is up to them.

Financially, the programme is open to everyone: A week including accommodation, food and therapy costs between 350 and 1150 francs.

Participation in the personal assessment meeting is desirable, as it is also about finding out what you need and developing appropriate strategies for returning to everyday life. We want to empower parents before they burn out. Unfortunately, there are hardly any comparable programmes in this country.

For many parents, taking time out is not an easy thing to organise.

We are prepared for this. We can rely on a large network of volunteers who can help make a stay here possible if necessary. When it comes to childcare, for example, we work together with the Swiss Red Cross.

The programme should also be financially accessible to all: A week including accommodation, food and therapy costs between 350 and 1150 francs, with the respective tariff category depending on family income. Individual solutions are possible for guests who cannot afford the minimum rate of CHF 350.