In 2021, 4.9 million pensioners had a personal monthly net income of less than €1,000, according to the Federal Statistical Office (Destatis) based on the results of the microcensus.

This corresponds to 27.8% of pensioners. The proportion of pensioners living in poverty has increased more than in any other population group.

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Almost 10 million pensioners in Germany are at risk of poverty in old age - despite decades of work.

All it takes is for a fridge to break down. But there's not enough money for fun either. No coffee and cake, no theater, no Christmas presents for the grandchildren.

Many sufferers are ashamed of their situation. They often withdraw socially and risk becoming lonely. Poor older people often suffer from chronic illnesses. A vicious circle of poverty and illness can develop.