Hoeksche Waard offers free home adaptations to help residents age safely in place
Residents of Hoeksche Waard can now access free home assessments and smart living solutions to adapt their homes for future mobility challenges. These initiatives aim to help people live independently and safely for longer, with practical aids and expert advice available.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Initiative | Future-proof living program |
| Organizers | Municipality of Hoeksche Waard, HW Wonen, Welzijn Hoeksche Waard |
| Free Home Assessment | Personalized advice at home; book via Welzijn Hoeksche Waard |
| Smart Living Home Location | Beukenlaan 5, Numansdorp |
| Opening Hours | Tuesdays and Thursdays, 13:30–16:30 (by appointment) |
| SlimoTheek Locations | Numansdorp, Oud-Beijerland/Rembrandt, and Puttershoek libraries |
| Contact for Home Assessment | 088 – 730 89 00 (mornings) |
| Contact for SlimoTheek | 06 – 82 61 94 04 |
| Websites | Lang Leve Thuis, Slim Langer Thuis, Hulpmiddelenwijzer |
The Municipality of Hoeksche Waard, in collaboration with local housing and welfare organizations, plays a key role in promoting independent living for its residents. This initiative reflects the municipality’s commitment to improving quality of life and accessibility for aging populations and those with mobility challenges.
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Future-proof living: start planning now for later
Finding a new home isn’t something you can do on a whim. But a physical limitation or changes in your health can arise suddenly. That’s why it’s wise to consider your living situation now. What if you become less mobile in the future? Will you still be able to safely climb the stairs, maintain the garden, step into the bath, or reach everything in the kitchen and cupboards?
Take the initiative with smart solutions
Municipality of Hoeksche Waard is collaborating with HW Wonen and Welzijn Hoeksche Waard to create more future-proof homes and smart solutions for staying at home. You too can take steps now to adapt your home so you can continue living independently for longer.
Free home assessment: personal advice at home
Would you prefer not to move but still want to make your home suitable for the future? Then request a free home assessment. An advisor will visit your home with you and provide tailored advice based on your (future) living preferences. This way, you’ll know exactly which adjustments—large or small—you can make to continue living comfortably and safely. You can apply via the home assessment page or call Welzijn Hoeksche Waard in the mornings at 088 – 730 89 00.
Visit the Smart Living at Home home in Numansdorp
In this example home, you’ll discover over 50 practical aids and clever gadgets that make daily life easier. Think of aids for eating, automatic lighting, and smart locks. You can view and try everything yourself. Enthusiastic hosts are available to give you a personal tour. The home is located at Beukenlaan 5 in Numansdorp and is open by appointment on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 13:30 and 16:30. You can book an appointment via the Slim Langer Thuis website or by calling Welzijn Hoeksche Waard at 088 – 730 89 00.
Try it yourself at the SlimoTheek
Would you like to experience whether an aid suits you at home first? At the SlimoTheek, you can borrow products for free, such as a robot vacuum cleaner, a remote control with extra-large buttons for your TV or radio, the Compaan (a clock with a daily schedule), a mobile phone with simple buttons and a large screen, personal alarms, or a key finder. The SlimoTheek is located in the libraries of Numansdorp, Oud-Beijerland/Rembrandt, and Puttershoek. Questions? Call 06 – 82 61 94 04.
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