The Seniors' Representative Council is an honorary, non-denominational and non-partisan organization. It does not pursue any financial objectives and its members do not receive any benefits. Most larger cities have a seniors' representative body.

The following areas of responsibility fall within the remit of the seniors' representative body:

• It advises members of its own generation on individual options in their personal lives with the aim of promoting activities and independence and maintaining them for as long as possible.
• It informs the public about fundamental opportunities and developments in policy for the elderly, also with the aim of encouraging older people to actively participate in all aspects of life.
• It advises the council and administration as well as organizations working with the elderly and other institutions in the run-up to decisions on plans and measures relevant to the older generation.

Senior citizens' offices are information, advice and placement centers for voluntary work in the post-professional phase of life.

Senior citizens' offices are aimed at people aged 50 and over who want to become active for themselves and others. Senior citizens' offices can also be important meeting places and offer meaningful tasks for younger people who have retired early from working life. Senior citizens' offices are the point of contact for senior citizens' groups and initiatives as well as for non-profit organizations looking for volunteers.