Hand in Hand - Accompanying Newly Arrived People in Gelsenkirchen: Advice at the Schalke District Store

Advice, Orientation, and Support in the Schalke District

With the citizens' consultation Hand in Hand - Accompanying Newly Arrived People, the Schalke district store will open its doors on May 27, 2026, from 09:00 to 12:00 for people who are newly arriving in Gelsenkirchen and seeking reliable help in everyday life. This offer is aimed at anyone needing accompaniment to authorities, orientation in the support system, or advice in their native language. The appointment is free of charge and accessible without registration. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/Soziales/SSQ/Quartiersladen_Schalke))

A Meeting Place with a Clear Purpose

The Schalke district store has been a fixed point of contact in the district since July 2024. The city of Gelsenkirchen describes it as a meeting place where citizens can receive tips on suitable contact points and participate in advisory services, groups, and workshops. It is in this environment that the consultation hour gains its strength: low-threshold, close to the community, and with a direct view of the living realities of newly arrived people. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/Soziales/SSQ/Quartiersladen_Schalke))

Advice, Accompaniment, and Initial Orientation

Practical questions about arriving are the focus: How does access to education, health, and administration work? Where is there support in everyday life? Which offices help with forms, appointments, or initial orientation? According to the city, the offer is aimed at newly arrived people and includes advice in their native language, outreach, regular consultation hours, and informational events with cooperation partners such as the Gelsenkirchen Job Center and the Employment Agency. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/Soziales/SSQ/Quartiersladen_Schalke))

How the Appointment Works at the Schalke District Store

The appointment takes place at Liboriusstraße 63a, in the Schalke district store, a project supported by the city of Gelsenkirchen and implemented by AWO. The city specifies the offer as a regular Wednesday consultation from 09:00 to 12:00; the same times are noted in the calendar for the specific event date on May 27, 2026. Registration is not required, and participation is free of charge. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/Soziales/SSQ/Quartiersladen_Schalke))

Why a Visit is Worthwhile

The event experience thrives on direct contact, understandable support, and an open public atmosphere. Those who are new to the city will find not only information here, but also a friendly environment for initial steps in everyday life. The format combines social advice with genuine community work and builds trust where orientation is particularly important. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/Soziales/SSQ/Quartiersladen_Schalke))

Conclusion: This citizens' consultation brings people, information, and practical help together. Those seeking support in arriving or wanting to accompany others will experience a social format with real added value here. A visit is worthwhile for everyone who values orientation, exchange, and concrete help in Gelsenkirchen. ([gelsenkirchen.de](https://www.gelsenkirchen.de/de/Soziales/SSQ/Quartiersladen_Schalke))

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Sources:

• Hand in Hand - Accompanying Newly Arrived People - City of Gelsenkirchen
• Schalke District Store - City of Gelsenkirchen
• Schalke District Store - Opening Info - City of Gelsenkirchen
• Netiquette and Social Media - City of Gelsenkirchen