About Essen-X-Point
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Cafe - Food served
Essen-X-Point in Essen is a unique café run by and for people living with HIV/AIDS. It provides a welcoming space for those affected, their loved ones, and supporters to connect and access various resources.
The atmosphere is warm and supportive, featuring cozy seating areas perfect for relaxation. Visitors can enjoy a coffee, read the paper, or engage in meaningful conversations. The menu highlights a hearty breakfast selection, a daily changing lunch special, and cake with coffee during the Sunday café sessions.
In the evenings, the venue hosts diverse group activities and peer support meetings focused on HIV/AIDS topics. It encourages experience-sharing, networking with self-help groups, and fosters a sense of community. Essen-X-Point blends hospitality with social purpose, making it an essential hub for local support networks.
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Opening Hours
- Monday
- 09:30 – 16:00
- Tuesday
- 09:30 – 16:00
- Wednesday
- 09:30 – 16:00
- Thursday · today
- 09:30 – 16:00
- Friday
- 09:30 – 15:00
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 15:00 – 19:00
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