Care and health
BFD
Abbreviation for Bundesfreiwilligendienst
In short and in plain language
The BFD is a German scheme where people help as volunteers.
People of all ages can join once they are done with school.
Care homes and other care sites can take on volunteers. They must be approved for this.
So it can be a way into care work. It can also help to find new staff.
Definition
The BFD is the German Federal Volunteer Service, a voluntary service open to people of all ages after compulsory schooling. Care facilities can take on volunteers as recognised placement sites. It can therefore be an entry point into care and a way of attracting new staff.