Strengthening Community
We connect families through local neighborhood networks and digital exchange formats. This creates real relief and mutual support in everyday life.
Neighborhood Help · Care CirclesFamilienNetz was born from the desire to make everyday life for families in Austria simpler and more connected. What began as a small local initiative has grown into a platform that now reaches thousands of families. Our focus is on practical support, reliable information, and genuine encounters – both digital and in person.
Every step was guided by the question: What do families really need to manage their daily lives well? The answers have shaped us and helped us grow.
From a conversation among neighbors, a regular playgroup emerged at the community center. It quickly became clear: the need for exchange and mutual support is enormous.
When in-person meetings were no longer possible, we built a small online platform. It enabled scheduling, swap meets, and digital consultation hours – and grew to over 500 active families within a few months.
With a dedicated team and initial funding, we further developed the platform: structured topic areas, a blog with everyday tips, and a moderated forum. The number of users rose to over 3,000.
Today, we collaborate with over 20 local partners – from family centers and libraries to sports clubs. Our offerings include regular events, a digital resource library, and a growing network of volunteers.
Our drive: to noticeably relieve families in everyday life and promote genuine community.
Our conviction We believe that families should not have to navigate everyday life alone. That is why we bundle reliable information, practical everyday help, and local contacts in one place – without advertising, without distraction.
How we proceed Every piece of content is reviewed by experienced parents and educators. We rely on clear language, real-life experiences, and concrete checklists – not theoretical knowledge, but tools that help immediately in family life.
What you get out of it Less searching, more time for what matters. Whether tips on media use, neighborhood help, or relief in the household – you will find trustworthy resources here that make your everyday life easier and strengthen the feeling of community.
We collaborate with organizations that share our approach: practical support for everyday family life. Every partnership stands for reliable information and real help.
Would you like to become part of our network?
Get in touch nowTogether, we offer workshops on daily organization and media literacy for parents and children.
Supports families with a local network for shopping, childcare, and small everyday assistance.
Provides verified information on family benefits and leisure activities throughout Austria.
Guides parents through legal and organizational questions regarding family and career.
Our Profile
We connect families through local neighborhood networks and digital exchange formats. This creates real relief and mutual support in everyday life.
Neighborhood Help · Care CirclesOur tips and templates help with organizing appointments, meals, and household tasks. Small routines create more free time for the family.
Planning Aids · ChecklistsFrom media literacy to leisure ideas – we offer up-to-date information that enriches family life and provides orientation in a digital world.
Guides · RecommendationsWhether single parents, patchwork families, or large families – our offerings are open and adapt to the most diverse lifestyles.
Inclusive · DiverseWe promote conscious consumption, resource-saving habits, and creative reuse. This makes sustainability tangible in family life.
Upcycling · Swap MeetsOur blog and forums invite dialogue. Here, parents share their experiences, questions, and ideas – on equal footing and without judgment.
Community · Discussion