hörbert for Institutions

hörbert for care and nursing facilities

hörbert is a robust, versatile playback and recording device for music, speech, or instruments. Sustainably made from real wood, it is easy and analog to operate and supports educational and caregiving work. hörbert is the ideal musical companion and storyteller. Not only in childcare facilities but also in care facilities for people with disabilities.

hörbert for Institutions

hörbert for care and nursing facilities

hörbert is a robust, versatile playback and recording device for music, speech, or instruments. Sustainably made from real wood, it is simple and analog to use and supports educational and caregiving work. hörbert is the ideal musical companion and storyteller. Not only in care facilities for children, but also in care institutions for people with disabilities.

An overview of hörbert’s benefits for care facilities:

  • Sustainable, made from robust wood: hörbert is manufactured in Germany with high quality standards, is durable, repairable, and available with individual name engraving, e.g., with the name of the facility.
  • Excellent speech intelligibility and high sound quality
  • Simple, analog operation: Selection of tracks at the push of a button.
  • Time-saving: No setup required or internet needed. We deliver over two hours of audio content on a free memory card.
  • No battery change needed: Our barrier-free products for care have an integrated power connection including battery charging function. Optionally available for the standard version of hörbert.
  • More audio content available: In addition to content for children, covering all areas of everyday life in child care and family life, we also offer special memory card editions to engage and activate people with dementia in elderly care: folk songs for singing and playing, biographical movement songs to participate, short stories, evergreens from the 50s and 60s, soundscapes for relaxation, word puzzles to guess along, etc.
  • Music as a cost-effective method in daily care
    Scientific studies show that music, especially personalised playlists, bring about positive changes in everyday care:
    • The atmosphere in care homes was positively influenced.
    • Stress reduction, improved mood, satisfaction and positive energy were observed.
    • People with dementia began to sing, move rhythmically or listen attentively.
    • People with or without dementia increasingly engaged with other residents, relatives or staff.
    • People who previously often showed verbal agitation or other challenging behaviour became more balanced.


  • Customisable to individual needs:
    • Jack connection for large external control buttons, e.g. Jelly Buttons. This enables even those who are bedridden and have severe motor impairments to independently choose music and take action. See our accessible models.

    • Augmentative and alternative communication thanks to hörbert’s integrated voice microphone. Words, sentences or voice commands can be recorded on each coloured button and retrieved at the press of a button.

    • Easy configuration: All settings for hörbert can be conveniently managed via a web interface using a smartphone, tablet or computer. No software installation required.




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Voices of professional caregivers

At hörbert, we are convinced that music opens doors to memories and fills everyday life with renewed joy. That is why we develop a robust, handcrafted wooden player that can be operated by seniors with a single button press and set up by caregivers in just a few moments – without tangled cables, complex screens, or additional licenses. Thanks to an extensive library of songs and audio stories, the option to upload your own content, and convenient USB-C charging, hörbert becomes a reliable working tool and a bridge to greater well-being for those in care. Below, we give the floor to professional caregivers who use hörbert daily to awaken memories, strengthen relationships, and gain more time for genuine contact with seniors.

...The simple operation allows our residents in shared living communities to use the device independently.
We use hörbert for group activities in day care and shared living communities, such as seated dance, singing and relaxation.
In the shared living communities, it is also used in one-on-one care: relaxing music and contemporary historical content, as well as recordings from relatives, create a pleasant atmosphere. (...)

For me, hörbert is a real support in care that positively enriches the everyday life of the residents. I look forward to continuing to observe how the radio is used in practice and what new possibilities may yet emerge.

Max JohannsenBremer Heimstiftung

hörbert is an easy-to-learn device that stands out in particular for its simple operation.

It is ideally suited for people with impairments, as it is intuitive to use. In addition, hörbert is very robustly built, making it perfect for everyday use – even in demanding situations.

Sabrina Ziegler Diakonie Michaelshoven - Köln

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