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"Simple language" project by the city and disability services

An article in plain language has been published regularly in the Offenbacher Stadtpost since the end of December 2021. The topics are related to the city of Offenbach. The articles are written by a cross-departmental working group of the City of Offenbach - the vhs Offenbach, the Social Welfare Office, the Public Relations Office, the Health Department, the Youth Welfare Office and MainArbeit - and Disability Support Offenbach. The aim is to inform people who cannot read German very well about important topics and services. For example, because they find it difficult to read or because they have not lived in Germany for very long. The project partners also want to reach people with cognitive impairments.

You can read texts from 2026 here

  • 06.06.2026 Simple language

    Vacation offers in Offenbach in summer

    Offenbach offers many activities for children and young people during the vacations. For example, they can do sports, play, paint and do handicrafts or have fun in nature.
  • 30.05.2026 Simple language

    Rickshaw project continues

    There are two electric rickshaws in Offenbach. Volunteers drive to old people's and nursing homes and disabled people's charities in Offenbach and give passengers a lift.
  • 23.05.2026 Simple language

    "Take a seat" in the districts

    The "Take a seat" project is for people who are new to Offenbach. The meetings take place in four parts of the city: Nordend, Lauterborn, Mathilden-Viertel and Senefelder-Quartier.
  • 16.05.2026 Simple language

    Story café in the Mathildenviertel

    A popular offer is coming to a new neighborhood: The Story Café starts on April 14 in the Mathildenviertel district office. It takes place every second Tuesday.
  • 09.05.2026 Simple language

    Simple language: Discover Offenbach.de in many languages

    The internet portal of the city of Offenbach contains a lot of important information. All pages on www.offenbach.de can be translated automatically. There are twelve foreign languages to choose from.
  • 02.05.2026 Simple language

    There will be many events in Offenbach in 2026

    There are many festivals, exhibitions and events in Offenbach throughout the year. There is music, art and fun for the whole family.
  • 25.04.2026 Simple language

    Informing and participating in Offenbach

    There are many projects in Offenbach. There are various ways to get people involved. The offices of the City of Offenbach organize meetings where they talk to people about a project.
  • 18.04.2026 Simple language

    Inclusion Action Day on May 9: A celebration for all people

    On Saturday, May 9, 2026, there will be a festival on Aliceplatz in Offenbach. The festival is called "Inclusion Action Day". Inclusion means that everyone belongs and can take part everywhere.
  • 11.04.2026 Simple language

    Bulky waste without registration is prohibited

    In Offenbach, bulky waste is too often simply dumped somewhere. Bulky waste is waste made up of large items that do not fit into a garbage can.
  • 04.04.2026 Simple language

    Forest Zoo to be enlarged

    The city has examined whether an expansion in the forest area is feasible. It is feasible and the city councillors have agreed that the forest zoo should become larger.

You can read texts from 2025 here

You can read texts from 2024 here

  • 28.12.2024 Simple language

    Plant trail for insects at the new cemetery

    There is now a new plant trail at the New Cemetery. It is 40 meters long and looks like a dry river. There are 44 different shrubs, perennials and other plants here.
  • 23.12.2024 Simple language

    The City of Offenbach wishes you a Merry Christmas

    The City of Offenbach wishes all citizens a Merry Christmas and happy holidays. You can find useful information about the holidays on the Christmas website.
  • 14.12.2024 Simple language

    Locking your bike securely

    Tips against thieves' steel are available on posters from the public order office, from the German Cyclists' Federation (ADFC) and from the police. There is also a new brochure on the subject.
  • 07.12.2024 Simple language

    Incorrectly filled organic waste garbage cans are no longer emptied

    Since November 1, the refuse collection service no longer empties garbage cans that are repeatedly filled incorrectly. They receive a red notice.
  • 30.11.2024 Simple language

    Advice on education for all

    The Bildungspunkt is a new advice center in the city center. Everyone can get advice on education and careers there.

You can read texts from 2023 here

  • 27.12.2023 Simple language

    Corona numbers are rising: Tips for your health

    It's cold and wet now and many people have a cold. But some don't have a cold, they have corona.
  • 20.12.2023 Simple language

    Using technology to help people and provide better information

    The Stabsstelle Digitalisierung asked citizens how Offenbach can be developed socially, economically and ecologically with modern technology.
  • 13.12.2023 Simple language

    No animals for Christmas

    For many people, Christmas is the season of presents. There are many nice gifts to surprise someone. Animals as gifts are not one of them.
  • 06.12.2023 Simple language

    Offenbach's big heart

    The city of Offenbach is running a voucher campaign called "Offenbach's big heart". If someone buys a voucher, they receive an additional voucher as a gift - a bonus voucher.
  • 29.11.2023 Education

    Citizens' Medal for Rainer Marx

    Rainer Marx was honored for his commitment and voluntary work. He helps people with disabilities with problems. He does this in his free time.

You can read texts from 2021 and 2022 here

  • 28.12.2022 Simple language

    Support for sport and culture

    The city of Offenbach supports various areas such as sports clubs, culture, stores, restaurants and the weekly market with money. This is because the cost of energy is particularly high at the moment.
  • 21.12.2022 Simple language

    More parking spaces for residents

    There are changes to the parking spaces for residents (residents' parking) in several districts in Offenbach. There will soon be more resident parking spaces.
  • 14.12.2022 Simple language

    City recruits new skilled workers

    Many people are aware of the benefits of working in the public sector, for example working for Offenbach City Council.
  • 30.11.2022 Simple language

    Handling organic waste

    We produce waste every day. This waste must be disposed of correctly. There is a separate garbage can for each type of waste. Food belongs in the organic waste.
  • 23.11.2022 Simple language

    Starting a career with a child: The Jobcenter Offenbach provides support

    Many parents find it difficult to return to work after parental leave. There is a project designed to help parents. The project is called "EliB - Parents in Career Preparation".

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