When does the Repair Café take place?

On Tuesday, August 4, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

Is participation free?

Yes, the repairs are free and entry is free.

Where is the event located?

At the Seniors' Office East, Alte Bahnhofstr. 6, 44892 Bochum.

Who is this offer particularly suitable for?

For seniors as well as for anyone who wants to fix instead of throw away.

Are there any accessibility notes?

According to the Nursing Guide NRW, the location is wheelchair accessible and has accessible restrooms.

Should documents be brought?

Yes, if possible, the manual for the defective device.

Repair Café at the Seniors' Office East for Seniors

Name: Repair Café at the Seniors' Office East
Start: 2026-08-04T16:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-08-04T19:00:00+02:00
Location: Seniorenbüro Ost

Repair Café at the Seniors' Office East: Repairing, exchanging, and saving together

On Tuesday, August 4, 2026, the Repair Café at the Seniors' Office East in Bochum invites you to a neighborhood meeting with practical benefits. From 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, volunteer experts will look at broken everyday objects and try to fix them. Repairs are free; if possible, please bring the manual for the device. ([bochum-tourismus.de](https://www.bochum-tourismus.de/was-ist-los/veranstaltungskalender/veranstaltung/repair-cafe-im-seniorenbuero-ost-2.html))

A Meeting Place for Community and Relief

The Repair Café combines practical help with a relaxed atmosphere. Those who bring a broken household item, a piece of clothing with a loose button, or a dropped stitch in a knitted sweater will experience a community event with social participation and appreciative support. Over coffee or tea, there is time for conversations, new contacts, and a short break from everyday life. ([bochum-tourismus.de](https://www.bochum-tourismus.de/was-ist-los/veranstaltungskalender/veranstaltung/repair-cafe-im-seniorenbuero-ost-2.html))

Senior-Friendly and Close to Everyday Life

This offer is particularly suitable for older individuals, as it combines practical support with calm and clarity. The Seniors' Office East is a point of contact for questions related to aging, for advice, and for everyday assistance. The location at Alte Bahnhofstraße 6 is wheelchair accessible according to the Nursing Guide NRW; additionally, there are accessible restrooms and parking as well as public transport connections nearby. ([drk-bochum.de](https://www.drk-bochum.de/angebote/seniorenhilfen-und-beratung/seniorenbuero-ost.html?utm_source=openai))

What Visitors Can Expect

The focus is on repairs, conversations, and relief. The offer is aimed at people who want to keep things instead of throwing them away and appreciate a friendly, age-appropriate environment. Especially in later life, a manageable setting with seating comfort, clear orientation, and a reliable meeting point for the neighborhood counts. ([bochum-tourismus.de](https://www.bochum-tourismus.de/was-ist-los/veranstaltungskalender/veranstaltung/repair-cafe-im-seniorenbuero-ost-2.html))

Conclusion

The Repair Café at the Seniors' Office East combines sustainability, practical help, and human closeness. Those coming from Bochum and the surrounding area will find a free appointment with added value here, where repairing, saving, and community belong together. A visit is worthwhile for everyone who wants to rescue everyday objects and meet nice people at the same time. ([bochum-tourismus.de](https://www.bochum-tourismus.de/was-ist-los/veranstaltungskalender/veranstaltung/repair-cafe-im-seniorenbuero-ost-2.html))