# German Red Cross community support services

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/german-red-cross-community-support-services
> Updated: 2026-10-12T14:00:16.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

The German Red Cross (DRK) is providing various community support services across different German regions. In the Celle district, the DRK-Hausnotruf team manages emergency call services for approximately 1,400 participants, utilizing a staff of 15 to handle technical setup, administration, and home consultations.

Additionally, in Hamburg-Eimsbüttel, the organization operates a biweekly ‘Digital-Café’. This volunteer-led initiative offers citizens practical assistance with smartphones, tablets, and computers to help them navigate modern communication technology.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-12: German Red Cross provides emergency and digital support services

The German Red Cross provides community assistance through emergency call services in Celle and digital literacy support via a free Digital-Café in Hamburg-Eimsbüttel.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-red-cross-provides-emergency-and-digital-support-services

### 2026-09-27: German Red Cross clothing depots face volunteer shortages

The German Red Cross reports urgent volunteer shortages and quality issues at its 35 clothing depots in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, calling for better donations and more support.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-red-cross-clothing-depots-face-volunteer-shortages

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Cite as: German Red Cross community support services. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/german-red-cross-community-support-services