SAB

SAB.Ruhr is an organisation in Bochum focused on self-determined assistance for people with disabilities and support for their families. Its services are designed around individual needs, continuity and professional expertise, helping clients participate in everyday life, education and work.

For children and young people with disabilities, SAB.Ruhr provides school support through personal, professional and individualised assistance. The organisation emphasises consistent support, pedagogical knowledge and regular supervision to help staff manage challenging situations. For people with disabilities, its personal budget and assistance services offer support with daily routines, study and employment, while enabling individuals to have a say in who assists them and how their day is organised. Its family support service gives relatives caring for children and young people with disabilities time to rest, attend to other responsibilities and strengthen family life.

SAB.Ruhr also shares information and learning resources on inclusion and school assistance. These include seminars, a podcast, videos and guidance for school support staff, covering topics such as pedagogical case consultation and progress reports.