Peaceful Christmas for addicts and homeless people in Aachen

Peaceful Christmas for addicts and homeless people in Aachen

In the popular Café Platform in Aachen, over 100 addicts and homeless people experienced an unforgettable Christmas. On Christmas Eve, a festive three-course meal was served, which consisted of potato soup, game goulash and a delicious dessert buffet. The atmosphere was warm and familiar, supported by the dedicated staff who offered personal greetings and wanted to create a very special experience for the guests Aachen newspaper reported. A greeting from the kitchen, including trout crustini, rounded off the festive meal.

A place of community

In addition to the food distribution, an entertainment program was also offered: Christmas carols were sung and a Christmas story was read, which the audience followed enthusiastically. Mark Krznaric, the manager of the café, emphasized the importance of this tradition, which has been going on for many years. “It not only brings the guests together, but also the team,” he said. A big thank you went to the numerous helpers, including the mayor of Aachen, Sybille Keupen, who handed out drinks and food with a smile, which added to the festivity of the event Addiction help Aachen added.

The St. Nicholas brunch on December 6th also increased the anticipation of Christmas dinner, where, among other things, scrambled eggs and printen were served. These events help create a sense of togetherness, which is invaluable to many of the guests given their difficult life situations. The festively decorated rooms and the loving atmosphere made visitors feel not alone, but part of a community.