Boxtel celebrates 200 residents finding relief through Wellbeing on Prescription
Boxtel’s innovative Wellbeing on Prescription programme has helped 200 residents combat stress, loneliness, and fatigue by connecting them to local activities and support. Instead of relying solely on medical treatment, participants gain energy and confidence through tailored wellbeing coaching.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Milestone | 200th referral to Wellbeing on Prescription (end of 2025) |
| Programme Start | September 2023 |
| Location | Municipality of Boxtel, Noord-Brabant |
| Target Group | Residents with psychosocial issues (stress, loneliness, fatigue, etc.) |
| Approach | Wellbeing coaching + local activities (e.g., tai chi, music-based exercise) |
| Collaborating Partners | General practitioners, ContourdeTwern, Jeroen Bosch Huisartsen, municipality |
| Contact for Questions | Marlous Eckhardt / Evelyne Hemelaar (0411-655899) |
The municipality of Boxtel, in collaboration with healthcare providers and local organisations, implements Wellbeing on Prescription to address psychosocial challenges outside traditional medical frameworks. This initiative reflects a broader shift toward preventive and community-based support in public health.
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Boxtel reaches milestone: 200th referral to Wellbeing on Prescription
In the municipality of Boxtel, the 200th referral to Wellbeing on Prescription was made at the end of 2025. Wellbeing on Prescription supports residents who are feeling mentally or socially unwell due to issues such as stress, worries, or loneliness. Instead of (solely) medical treatment, they are guided by a wellbeing coach who helps them find suitable activities and sources of meaning to enhance their wellbeing.
Positive effects visible
General practitioners and wellbeing coaches see that the Wellbeing on Prescription approach works well. This innovative method bridges the gap between healthcare and wellbeing to provide the right support for people with psychosocial problems. We notice that Wellbeing on Prescription helps with issues primarily related to social support, sources of meaning, and local activities. It also contributes to easing the burden on regular healthcare services.
General practitioner Olof van Laere from Huisartsenpraktijk Liempde says enthusiastically: “A 48-year-old patient regularly visited with severe stress and fatigue complaints. In addition to the mental healthcare treatment, she is now taking tai chi for relaxation and visits Zonnefleur, a local activity, every week. There, she has met peers and new social contacts have been formed.”
Wellbeing coach Evelyne van ContourdeTwern adds: “We notice that small steps often have a big impact on wellbeing. Together, we explore what gives someone a bit more space or energy—whether creative, social, or active. The most important thing is that it suits the person. Last week, for example, I spoke to an 84-year-old woman who visibly perked up because she joined a music-based exercise programme. For a moment, she didn’t have to think about her late husband.”
Residents know where to find us
Councillor Wim van der Zanden states: “I am very pleased to see that 200 people have found their way to us since the start of Wellbeing on Prescription in September 2023. They experience support and realise they are not alone. More and more people are choosing support through Wellbeing on Prescription, and that really makes a difference. Residents report better health and greater self-confidence. And that’s what we’re here for—we’ll keep going!”
Collaboration in the neighbourhood and region
Wellbeing on Prescription in the municipality of Boxtel is implemented by all general practitioner practices, wellbeing organisation ContourdeTwern, Jeroen Bosch Huisartsen (JBZ), and the municipality. They work closely together to provide residents with suitable support. The expectation is that the number of referrals will continue to rise in 2026, partly because the programme is becoming better known and is easily accessible.
For questions about Wellbeing on Prescription in the municipality of Boxtel, you can contact Marlous Eckhardt or Evelyne Hemelaar, wellbeing coaches at ContourdeTwern, by calling: 0411-655899.