Experience the joy of Friendship Weeks at Dusseldorf's "plus centres"
In the heart of Düsseldorf, the "Centers Plus" have been a beacon of support and companionship for individuals aged 55 and above for the past 18 years. Funded by the Department of Social Affairs and Youth, these centres offer a diverse range of resources and leisure activities.
From July to September, a series of events are planned, some requiring registration and others open to all. Here's a snapshot of some upcoming activities:
- Unterbilk: On Sunday, September 14, from 2-4 PM, join the Sunday café at "zentrum plus"/Arbeiterwohlfahrt, Siegstraße 2. For more information, call 0211 - 60025251 or email [email protected].
- Wersten: On Friday, August 29, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM, participate in an intergenerational cooking event with "MTO Shahmaghsoudi" at "zentrum plus"/Caritasverband, Liebfrauenstraße 30. Register by calling 0211 - 762207 or email [email protected].
- Derendorf-Golzheim: On Thursday, 21st of August, from 2:30 PM to 4 PM, attend a speed dating event for retirees at "zentrum plus"/Diakonie, Klever Straße 75. Register by calling 0211 - 87528259 or email [email protected].
While specific details about a "Friendship Weeks Program" at Centers Plus in Düsseldorf are currently scarce, the concept suggests a themed period involving events or activities designed to foster social bonds and interaction, often in community or educational settings. For precise information on the Friendship Weeks Program, including event schedules and registration, it is best to consult the official Centers Plus Düsseldorf website or contact their administration directly.
Other events include raffles, free participation, and even a travel companion event in Garath on September 23. Participants can register for events by calling a specific phone number or emailing a specific email address provided for each event.
For a comprehensive list of all "centers plus" and their events, visit this link. Whether you're seeking companionship, learning new skills, or simply enjoying a social outing, Düsseldorf's "Centers Plus" have something for everyone.
- Incorporating science and health-and-wellness aspects, Centers Plus in Düsseldorf plans to introduce a series of mental health workshops from October, providing valuable resources for aging individuals to enhance their emotional well-being.
- As part of their ongoing commitment to fostering social connections, Centers Plus is also developing a Science & Mental Health seminar series, open to all age groups, which will be announced during Friendship Weeks in the upcoming year.
