| centrumwerkgezondheid.nl | Centrum Werk Gezondheid | The organization is committed to politically and socially advocating for the importance of good, healthy work and job preservation, in collaboration with a wide network of stakeholders. The Centrum Werk Gezondheid conducts qualitative research, often in collaboration with patient organizations and care networks. The organization offers knowledge and development in the area of work and health through projects, programs, and research, which are subsequently translated into applicable knowledge and solutions. | Economy → Employment & Labor 6059 | methodology 332 work 3122 knowledge 3528 health 6366 research 8967 | |
| faktor5.nl | Faktor5 | The website provides a range of courses, including 'Loneliness Specialist,' 'Advisor/Spokesperson for Loneliness,' and 'Coach for Loneliness,' based on scientific knowledge and an established methodology. The courses are offered as blended learning programs, with in-company training and online courses, such as the 'Creative Life Course'. Faktor5 considers itself the leading provider of training in loneliness and recognizes specialists in this field. | Adult & Continuing Learning → Professional Development 2080 | blended learning 62 loneliness 185 methodology 332 training program 576 specialist 938 network 11123 | |
| watwerktbij.nl | Movisie | The website presents ‘Improvement Tools’, developed by Movisie and linked to the ‘What works well’ dossiers. Each tool focuses on a specific theme, such as poverty, loneliness, youth employment, and the labor participation of refugees, and provides practitioners and policymakers with tools to translate knowledge into action. The tools often include a checklist or step-by-step plan, based on research results and practical experience, to optimize projects and approaches. | Social Issues → Poverty 180 | loneliness 185 poverty 291 refugees 340 youth 3126 knowledge 3528 tool 3907 | |
| eenzaamheidalkmaar.nl | Eenzaamheid Alkmaar | A survey shows that nearly half of the residents of Alkmaar, aged 19 and older, feel lonely. The municipality of Alkmaar collaborates with various organizations through the Alkmaarse Coalition to Tackle Loneliness to address this issue. The website provides information about activities, experiences, and practical knowledge, and connects network partners and volunteers with relevant events in the municipality. | Associations → Service Organizations 50 | coalition 109 loneliness 185 knowledge 3528 network 11123 | North-Holland → Alkmaar 6507 |
| marliesvanderhout.nl | Marlies van der Hout | Marlies van der Hout is a coach and writer who developed the HypNei® coaching method, and her goal is to help people realize their full potential. HypNei® is a method that helps to recognize and release limiting thoughts and negative feelings, leading to more peace, confidence, and freedom. The website addresses topics such as depression in youth and offers a project focused on hope and perspective for girls with depression and their parents. | Mental & Emotional Well-Being → Depression 257 | depression 408 thoughts 444 emotion 2169 coach 25810 | South-Holland → Wassenaar 1372 |
| eentegeneenzaamheid.nl | One Against Loneliness | The website offers information about loneliness and potential solutions, aimed at individuals, municipalities, organizations, and businesses. Various activities and ways to connect are presented, such as group walks, sports clubs, cooking clubs, and online communities. The website promotes the 'Week Against Loneliness' and offers free materials and participation opportunities for the national opening. | Personal Blog → Opinion 18 | loneliness 185 friend 639 community 7931 | |
| ikwz.nl | Stichting IkkanWelzijn | The Dutch population, particularly the elderly population, experiences increasing loneliness, with an expected rise from 1.3 million to 2.1 million people by 2030. The foundation works to strengthen local networks of citizens and volunteers and utilizes scientific research and experiential experts to create connections. Through the contact details on the website, individuals can ask questions and directly contact the staff of Stichting IkkanWelzijn. | Social Services → Seniors 822 | loneliness 185 volunteer 8367 research 8967 network 11123 | Overijssel → Twente 2578 |
| veilige-haven.nl | veilige-haven.nl | The website discusses the concept of a relationship advisor and explains when it can be beneficial, despite some believing it to be futile. A relationship advisor offers objective assistance with relationship problems, which often require subjective perspectives. The text emphasizes that ending a relationship is often a mistake, given the potential for success, and encourages seeking professional help first. | Humanistic Approaches → Relationships 1877 | problem 2214 relationship 4205 partner 4272 | |
| jolandavangerwe.nl | Stichting Join Us | Jolanda van Gerwe is an expert in mental health and the prevention of loneliness among young people, with a nationwide approach that strengthens their mental health. Stichting Join Us was founded in 2018 by Jolanda van Gerwe, initially in response to the lack of support for lonely young people, and now works with municipalities and social work organizations. The foundation offers preventative support to young people experiencing loneliness, recognized as best practice by various organizations, including the Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sports. | | loneliness 185 mental health 400 young people 1045 prevention 1763 foundation 6678 municipality 6837 | |
| metjehart.nl | Stichting Met je hart | The foundation offers seniors the opportunity to eat together and make new friends. They work to raise awareness of the problem of loneliness among seniors and encourage public involvement. The foundation organizes various initiatives, including volunteer work, campaigns and events, and offers donation options. | Social Services → Seniors 822 | loneliness 185 seniors 904 moment 1034 donation 5110 volunteer 8367 collaboration 16036 | |
| vooreenzaamheid.nl | For Solitude | The platform was created through collaboration between designers, artists, and other parties seeking an alternative perspective on loneliness. In December 2021, eleven artists settled in ten neighborhoods of Zoetermeer to address the theme of loneliness, aiming to break it free from the silence and discuss it with residents. Various projects, such as photography, Facebook groups, and stories, are used to explore and articulate experiences of loneliness. | Art Management & Sales → Art Projects 26 | loneliness 185 memory 1641 resident 3245 artist 5745 photography 9503 | South-Holland → Zoetermeer 4046 |
| eensamen050.nl | eensamen | The ‘eensamen’ initiative was established through collaboration between Humanitas and various stakeholders, including welfare organizations, churches, businesses, and the city of Groningen. The website offers information on various initiatives, such as the ‘Week against loneliness’, events, a knowledge portal, and stories from people who have experienced loneliness, with particular attention to older adults and young people. The city of Groningen recognizes that almost 43% of residents feel lonely and sees ‘eensamen’ as a city knowledge network to work more effectively together to address this issue, particularly in relation to area and neighborhood renewal programs. | Social Issues → Community Development 330 | loneliness 185 initiative 1297 city 1875 youth 3126 | Netherlands → Groningen 23734 |
| platformins.nl | Platform INS | The platform aims to bridge divides and promote connection through dialogue and collaboration. The website includes news, publications, press releases, and information about the organization’s activities, including partnerships and recent events. INS has received several awards and is actively involved in combating loneliness, for example, in collaboration with the Oranje Fonds. | Communication → Dialogue 11 | loneliness 185 dialogue 426 mission 1000 meeting 2381 connection 4007 collaboration 16036 | |
| ontmoetingwalcheren.nl | Platform Eenzaamheid Walcheren | The website provides an overview of organizations in Walcheren offering support to individuals experiencing loneliness and facilitating social connections. It includes information on activities such as meetings on grief and loneliness, student projects, and the ‘Week against Loneliness’. The website also details the ambassador program of the municipalities of Walcheren, with mayors actively involved in the fight against loneliness. | Support → Personal Support 360 | loneliness 185 | Zeeland → Walcheren 518 |
| w-indewijk.nl | W in the Wijk | The website describes the W in the Wijk initiative, which focuses on welcoming vulnerable residents into neighborhoods. It offers training, workshops, and online Q&A sessions to share knowledge about behavior and contribute to GGZ-friendly neighborhoods. The website presents the coaches of W in the Wijk, originating from the field of mental health and welfare, who serve as a point of contact for chain partners and individuals with questions or needs for support. | Social Services → Neighborhood Work 39 Neighborhood Focus → Neighborhood Initiatives 1001 | vulnerability 149 neighborhood 2424 knowledge 3528 coach 25810 training 28133 | Amsterdam → Nieuw-West 844 |
| holy-residence.nl | HOMY Residence | The company arranges housing partners for seniors and the elderly, often young people who dedicate time to providing support and activities. An algorithm is used to find the perfect match between residents, and a living space agreement governs the cohabitation between the resident and their new roommate. The platform promotes intergenerational living to reduce loneliness, given the increasing trend of single-person households in the Netherlands and the growing need for volunteers to support seniors. | Alternative Living → Shared Living 12 | co-living 14 algorithm 141 seniors 904 young people 1045 | |
| eenzaamheidwestland.nl | Loneliness Westland | The website presents statistics about the prevalence of loneliness in the Westland region, with approximately half of the residents feeling lonely at times. Personal stories from residents are shared, such as those of a 17-year-old student (Rick) who feels lonely in the company of his friends, a young mother (Linda) who feels lonely due to a lack of support, and a caregiver (Peter) who feels lonely due to the loss of social contacts. The website offers a WhatsApp community for support and contact. | Social Services → Social Support 284 | loneliness 185 caregiving 368 youth 3126 | South-Holland → Westland 4016 |
| utrechtomarmt.nl | Utrecht Omarmt | The network gathers stories from Utrecht residents who have experienced loneliness, and provides information on where people can find help. In recent years, loneliness among Utrecht residents has increased, highlighting the need for a joint approach. Utrecht Omarmt organizes activities and knowledge sessions to support partners in tackling loneliness and connect people experiencing loneliness. | Municipalities → Governance 1043 | knowledge session 35 loneliness 185 network 11123 | Netherlands → Utrecht 48901 |
| hulpwijzerrijswijk.nl | hulpwijzerrijswijk.nl | The website offers articles about forming friendships in later life and the challenges that can accompany this. It provides information on mental health and the need to address it. The website offers tips on the importance of drinking enough water for health and discusses the topic of positive thinking and overcoming negative thoughts. | Personal Blog → Life 381 | friendship 431 thoughts 444 topic 1238 health 6366 | South-Holland → Rijswijk 2054 |
| hulplijnamsterdam.nl | Hulplijnamsterdam | The website addresses the theme of emotional loneliness, with an article about how women can feel lonely despite a busy social life. Information is provided about ordering Kamagra and the benefits of online shopping, as well as about the beauty of Amsterdam. The website offers a directory of professional service providers, such as a plasterer in Amsterdam and a reliable locksmith in Amstelveen. | Neighborhood Focus → Neighborhoods 1028 | loneliness 185 plasterer 259 locksmith 919 | North-Holland → Amstelveen 3180 |
| samensterkevent.nl | Samen Sterk Academy | The website provides information about events and workshops aimed at young people, (young) adults, and (care) professionals. A key component is the event ‘You are alone or maybe not?’ which openly discusses loneliness and mental health and is intended to connect people. The organization hosts annual events and workshops in various regions and receives support from the Cooperative Rabobank. | Social Issues → Social Organization 13315 | loneliness 185 youth 3126 connection 4007 workshop 19325 event 45199 | North-Brabant → Tilburg 8759 |
| engelentafel.nl | EngelenTafel Foundation | The EngelenTafel Foundation was founded in 2013 with the mission to make it possible for everyone to celebrate Christmas together. The website provides information on how people can invite others to participate in EngelenTafels, or themselves find a table to join. Recently, the organization has acknowledged that the traditional organizing of EngelenTafels is no longer necessary, given the increasing awareness and acceptance of loneliness. | Pediatric & Child Health → Problems 76 Conferences & Meetings → Meeting Places 192 | loneliness 185 christmas 320 | |
| zoetermeertegeneenzaamheid.nl | Zoetermeer against Loneliness | The website provides information on what loneliness is, when it becomes a problem, and how to find help. It describes how individuals can participate in the community and contribute to fighting loneliness in Zoetermeer. The website offers an overview of actions, events, ideas, and knowledge sharing within the Zoetermeer Community against Loneliness, consisting of companies, the municipality, volunteers, and various organizations in the field of wellbeing, healthcare, sports, culture, and religion. | Neighborhood Focus → Neighborhoods 1028 | loneliness 185 action 384 resident 3245 community 7931 volunteer 8367 event 45199 | South-Holland → Zoetermeer 4046 |
| levensverhaalinbeeld.nl | SeeIris | The website provides a service where personal stories, memories, and life lessons are recorded on video in a loving and respectful manner. Levensverhaal in Beeld caters to everyone with a story they want to share, regardless of the context, such as life changes, inspiring missions, or passing memories to loved ones. The videos are captured with care, tranquility, and respect and serve as a valuable document that connects, offers comfort, and lasts for generations. | Personal Services → Memories 103 | comfort 1473 memory 1641 video 6714 story 8285 | |
| juul-cares.nl | Juul Cares | Juul, a former insecure young woman, personally experienced loneliness and took the initiative to organize a hike. Through following a group trip, she found a personal gamechanger and began working as a facilitator for young people struggling with loneliness supported by Stichting Join Us. Juul is now organizing a solo 617-kilometer hike through the Slovenian Mountain Trail to give a voice to this quiet need and raise donations. | Hiking → Trekking 95 Social Issues & Welfare → Youth Services 313 | slovenia 21 loneliness 185 hiking 841 young people 1045 | Utrecht → Soest 2027 |
| magischzoetermeer.nl | Magisch Zoetermeer | The Jumbo Christmas Festival took place on December 16th at the Zoetermeer City Theatre, featuring performances by well-known artists such as René van Kooten and Karin Bloemen. The third edition of the Santa Run was a great success and incredibly enjoyable. All participants, volunteers, and sponsors were thanked for their contributions, which resulted in a collection of €2500 for the charity Against Loneliness - Magisch Zoetermeer. Residents can purchase or donate Hug Bears and express wishes for lonely seniors, with the aim of bringing Zoetermeer residents together and combating loneliness. | Neighborhood Focus → Neighborhood Initiatives 1001 | donate 77 loneliness 185 christmas 320 seniors 904 wishes 2717 event 45199 | South-Holland → Zoetermeer 4046 |
| weidseweeldezoetermeer.nl | Weidse Weelde Zoetermeer | Loneliness can have a profound impact on mental and emotional health, but it is possible to overcome. Restoring social well-being requires conscious effort to create authentic connections, avoid temporary solutions like escorts, and invest in relationships that offer lasting happiness. The article explores practical strategies to build a meaningful social network and improve overall well-being. The website offers suggestions for creating opportunities to meet new people, such as attending local events, joining group activities, using online platforms, and volunteering. | Social Organization → Senior Organizations 750 | social connection 35 loneliness 185 wellbeing 2620 connection 4007 volunteer 8367 event 45199 | |
| signaalpuntleiden.nl | Leiden Municipality and Incluzio | The Signaalpunt Eenzaamheid allows bystanders to report concerns about the loneliness of others. Employees of the welfare organization Incluzio process the signals and try to offer appropriate support to those involved. The website contains a story of Sam, who, thanks to the signaalpunt, gained access to a conversation group and received help as a result. | Social Services → Social Support 284 | signal 129 loneliness 185 opportunity 581 | |
| celloleshilversum.nl | celloleshilversum.nl | The article describes how being single, whether consciously chosen or temporary, often leads to feelings of loneliness. To overcome these feelings, proactive approaches, self-connection, and social interaction are recommended, including the use of escorts as a temporary solution. The article focuses on the importance of hobbies and activities to meet new people and stimulate personal growth, such as taking courses or joining sports clubs. | Personal Blog → Life 381 | loneliness 185 hobby 525 connection 4007 | |
| samenzevenaar.nl | Samen Zevenaar | The website offers information about loneliness, including tips and resources for those who feel lonely. There is an initiative called 'Home on Sunday' which organizes a social gathering in Zevenaar, where people can meet each other and participate in fun activities. The website provides support for people with debt, safety issues, grief, and caregiving, and information on how to get to know other people. | Social Issues → Poverty 180 | loneliness 185 debt 717 | Gelderland → Zevenaar 1508 |
| voedselsurplus.nl | Voedselsurplus | Voedselsurplus collaborates with municipalities to reduce food waste and combat poverty and loneliness, by supporting social hospitality initiatives in community centers and neighborhood centers. Businesses, such as Coop, donate food surpluses to social hospitality, with Voedselsurplus facilitating the collaboration and ensuring the safe transfer of food. The organization offers various services including the inventory of food waste, the valuation of surpluses, and training for cooks to cook food safely and waste-free. | Food & Diet → Food Waste 60 Social Issues → Poverty 180 | cooks 11 food waste 54 donation 5110 municipality 6837 | Gelderland → Nijmegen 9384 |
| herken-eenzaamheid.nl | Municipalities Hillegom, Lisse and Teylingen | In Lisse and Hillegom, nearly 40% of residents experience loneliness at times, while approximately 10% are severely lonely. The website describes the prevalence of loneliness, mentions various signals (physical, psychological, social, behavioral) and encourages users to initiate conversations with each other. The municipalities, along with associations, entrepreneurs, and residents, are working to recognize, prevent, and combat loneliness in the region. | Social Services → Social Support 284 | signals 105 loneliness 185 resident 3245 municipality 6837 | South-Holland → Lisse 1089 |
| bettertogetheramstelveen.nl | Better Together Amstelveen | The website provides information and offerings for residents struggling with loneliness, as well as support for volunteers and relatives. Better Together Amstelveen gathers and shares advice and expertise on the subject of loneliness and connection. It is a network organization without its own service providers, but supported by the Amstelveen municipality and collaboration between various social organizations. | Social Issues → Community Development 330 | offerings 170 loneliness 185 resident 3245 network 11123 collaboration 16036 | North-Holland → Amstelveen 3180 |
| villareusachtig.nl | Villa Reusachtig | The website describes Villa Reusachtig's approach, which focuses on increasing the happiness and ease of life for children and parents. Clients share positive experiences with the guidance and the improvements their children have made, such as a reduction in colic and improved social-emotional development. The website provides information on Villa Reusachtig’s methods, including flipping negative thoughts and treating constipation with medical hypnosis. | Childcare → Psychological Support 81 | methodology 332 family 6462 training 28133 | |
| meerijden-diepenveen.nl | Meerijden Initiative | The Meerijden service offers transportation to people who don't own a car, for example due to environmental concerns, financial difficulties, or age. The initiative arose in response to the abolition of the OV-pas (public transport pass), the restriction or abolition of bus services, and the expectation that more sharing will reduce the number of cars in the region. The website informs about the Automaatje service, a solution developed by the ANWB, and provides updates via newsletters. | Bus Services → Public Transportation 782 | mobility 1264 | Deventer → Diepenveen 187 |
| zeistinverbinding.nl | Gemeente Zeist and MeanderOmnium | The municipality of Zeist recognizes that social contact and connection are not self-evident for everyone and strives to ensure that no one feels lonely. The website offers various opportunities to help people who feel lonely, such as activities, contact possibilities and stories from practice. A podcast and interviews shed light on the different aspects of loneliness and provide advice on how to tackle it, with the contribution of the social welfare organization MeanderOmnium. | Coaching → Relationship Coaching 558 | loneliness 185 podcast 3328 connection 4007 | Utrecht → Zeist 2644 |
| debloeiendevlinder.nl | The Blooming Butterfly | The website offers free Zoom consultations and insights to strengthen policy. There are basic knowledge modules ('Basic Knowledge Loneliness 1' and 'Basic Knowledge Loneliness 2') available. The website contains blogs, interviews, and an about me page, focusing on helping people who struggle with loneliness. | | policymakers 93 loneliness 185 knowledge 3528 blog 13392 | |
| empoweredbydiesel.nl | Annemieke | The website focuses on the problem of loneliness, recognizing that it is a normal experience, but emphasizes that long-term loneliness can have detrimental effects on health. The website explains that loneliness often occurs after life changes, such as moves, job changes, divorces, or illness, and advocates for finding a new balance. The site offers a Creative Living course and highlights the need for expert help if loneliness persists for an extended period. | | loneliness 185 connection 4007 health 6366 course 14728 | |
| nieuwbouw-alkmaar.nl | Nieuwbouw Alkmaar | The website describes 728 houses, apartments and homes in 21 new construction projects, located in various locations in the Alkmaar region. Users can search within these projects, view them on a map, and register for updates on their favorite projects. The website is part of Nieuwbouw Nederland and provides information about the municipality of Alkmaar and surrounding municipalities. | Real Estate & Housing → Housing Market 204 | offerings 170 updates 200 house 8121 | Dijk en Waard → Heerhugowaard 2011 |
| metviv.nl | Met Viv | The website addresses experiences of emptiness, loneliness, physical ailments, and low self-esteem, with a focus on listening to the body. It introduces body-oriented therapy as a possible solution for these complaints and feelings. The website includes testimonials and relatable situations to engage the reader and make them feel they are not alone with their experiences. | Therapy → Body-Oriented Therapy 437 | emptiness 12 body-oriented therapy 101 loneliness 185 thoughts 444 complaint 6479 | |
| capelletegeneenzaamheid.nl | Welzijn Capelle | The website offers information about what loneliness is and how it can arise, including potential causes such as life changes, grief, insecurity, and high expectations. It references a resident survey showing that 16% of Capellen residents feel lonely, regardless of age. The website promotes activities such as the 'Week of Connection' organized by Welzijn Capelle, and the 'Mentors Wanted' program, where individuals can become mentors. | | loneliness 185 mentor 529 resident 3245 | |
| komerbijalmelo.nl | KomErbij Almelo | The collaboration includes various organizations, such as the Municipality of Almelo and Avedan Welzijn. The ‘Together Against Loneliness’ project has a reporting point to assess individual situations and offer suitable solutions, taking into account the sensitivity of the topic. The organization encourages people to support each other and make a small gesture, offering various downloads, including a reporting point, infographic, and signaling map. | Community → Government & Administration 10567 | reporting point 24 loneliness 185 municipality 6837 | Overijssel → Almelo 2696 |
| emjeursen.nl | Elise Jeursen | The website provides a brief introduction about the website and the reason why visitors might be interested in the help Elise Jeursen can offer. Practical details of the practice, including the address and phone number, are listed. There is a link to a page with more information about Elise Jeursen herself. | Study Choice & Career → Study Choice 270 | introduction 277 thoughts 444 therapy 7448 practice 9089 | North-Holland → Alkmaar 6507 |
| kunststofkozijnenschilderen.nl | kunststofkozijnenschilderen.nl | The text emphasizes that loneliness can affect anyone and is not necessarily a permanent condition. The article describes concrete steps, such as attending social events, joining groups with shared interests, and understanding the limitations of quick solutions, to reduce the feeling of isolation. The website suggests using platforms like Meetup to find new groups and activities that can contribute to a broader social network. | | loneliness 185 relationship 4205 network 11123 event 45199 | |
| vmpsy.nl | vmpsy.nl | Depression and isolation are conditions that can affect anyone, making it difficult to see a way out. The feeling of being alone and disconnected from the world can become overwhelming, leading to a loss of motivation and hope. Setting goals and regaining motivation is an important first step in overcoming isolation and depression. Small daily goals can help to regain a sense of purpose and rebuild self-esteem. It is recommended to keep a diary to track progress and stay motivated. Writing down achieved goals, no matter how small, helps to see progress and maintain motivation. | Mental & Emotional Well-Being → Depression 257 | isolation 54 diary 212 depression 408 motivation 894 goal 4974 | |
| bridgingthecap.nl | F|Fort Foundation | The ‘Bridging the gap by wearing the cap’ campaign highlights the shared strength of friendship and uses the designs of caps (Cameron and Davis) to symbolize this connection. The text describes the need for support and connection between friends, especially during difficult times, and acknowledges that loneliness can be a challenge. The caps serve as a visual representation of the willingness to talk, listen, and be together, without complex words. | Mindfulness & Compassion → Empathy 15 | cap 136 friendship 431 connection 4007 | |
| joinplay.nl | PLAY | The website highlights the challenges faced by young professionals, such as loneliness, uncertainty about career paths, and burnout risk. PLAY offers a method for developing a clearer understanding of personal values and goals, and for implementing them in both work and private life. The movement emphasizes connection with others and acting for the greater good. | | life 2673 work 3122 connection 4007 goal 4974 community 7931 | |
| enadem.nl | EnAdem | Petra Jansen is an Energetic Integration Therapist and helps clients to connect more with their bodies and interpret signals. The practice focuses on rediscovering awareness and adapting to reactions to situations, with the client having more choices; from their old (familiar system) or what is now present. The website emphasizes the importance of listening to oneself and recognizing one's own thoughts as a source of blockages and the cause of physical complaints. | Therapy → Haptotherapy 633 | signals 105 thoughts 444 awareness 1735 pattern 2012 body 3490 therapy 7448 | Zuidplas → Nieuwerkerk aan den IJssel 557 |
| muzikalebalkonode.nl | Muzikale Balkon Ode | The Muzikale Balkon-ode is a musical gift offered by Fredrike de Winter, focused on playing songs and music at specific locations. The initiative aims to provide a personal and emotional experience through music and attention. The website provides information about opportunities for organizations who want to use the Muzikale Balkon-ode and offers donation options for individuals who want to support the initiative. | Instrument → Instrumental Music 197 | musician 1207 donation 5110 music 13170 | |
| praatmetmij.nl | Stichting Praat Met Mij | The foundation recognizes that loneliness is a common problem, even among young people, and that it doesn't always relate to being alone. It offers support through conversations and activities, with the goal of helping people who feel lonely. Currently, the websites of the foundation are experiencing technical issues, but work is being done behind the scenes to resolve them, and there is an option to listen to the radio. | | loneliness 185 radio 1200 conversation 1828 | |
| buitensporigzorg.nl | Buitensporig Zorg | Buitensporig Zorg provides support for young people who are homebound, at risk of becoming so, or struggling with issues at school or work. The organization specifically focuses on young people with potential diagnoses such as ASD, ADHD, or giftedness who are increasingly withdrawing. The approach utilizes a specialized methodology that has proven effective since 2010 in breaking negative cycles and restoring connections. The organization emphasizes collaborative partnerships with young people and their environments, allowing for experimentation and learning from mistakes, and often works with parents, schools, and employers. | Career & Guidance → Career Planning 375 | isolation 54 fulfillment 230 methodology 332 youth 3126 connection 4007 collaboration 16036 | |
| aromasseurs.nl | Aromasseurs Doing Good | The 'Aromasseurs, Doing Good' project began in 2018 with the goal of contributing to the solution of the problem of loneliness experienced by many Dutch residents. Teams of Aromasseurs provide hand massages throughout the Netherlands to give people a sense of connection and well-being. Since the start of the project, more than 25,000 hand massages have been administered, originating from an inspiring story about loneliness heard at a lecture in Breda. | Physical Therapy → Hand Therapy 63 | touch 146 loneliness 185 | |
| vrouwending.nl | Vrouwending | The website covers topics such as menopause, including tips on nutrition, vitality, weight loss, and coping with loneliness. Concrete recommendations are given for various aspects of the health of women over 50, such as nail care, skin care, nutrition, and exercise. The site also provides insights into the possible causes of health problems during menopause, such as weight gain and hair loss, and suggestions for solutions and treatments. | Women’s Health → Menopause 228 | menopause 219 hair loss 242 nails 1719 nutrition 4935 health 6366 | |
| weggeefbasissoesterberg.nl | Stichting Weggeefbasis Soesterberg | Due to the temporary cessation of activities, the basis temporarily had to halt its operations because the rental agreement ended after summer and a suitable new location could not be found. Despite the temporary standstill, the foundation remains active, and assistance is still available via email and by providing help with various matters. The Weggeefbasis offers not only coffee and tea but also free products such as pasta, vegetables, and toiletries, as well as financial advice and support for picking up food packages through the Food Bank. | Neighborhood Focus → Neighborhood Initiatives 1001 | food bank 216 conversation 1828 coffee 3838 | Soest → Soesterberg 410 |
| bluelineturtle.nl | Myndplace | The website introduces Myndplace as a system for structuring thoughts, notes, and ideas, utilizing a virtual notebook environment where users can place data points. Myndplace incorporates elements of the ‘memory palace’ technique, allowing users to group data points into ‘Mynds’ and connect them with links to create complex webs of thought. The platform emphasizes privacy, ensuring users retain exclusive control over their thoughts, contrasting with the limitations of traditional note-taking methods. | Management & Consulting → Management 7867 | gesture 31 thoughts 444 data 5872 | |
| grabthepussy.nl | DROPSTUFF.nl | The ‘Grab the Pussy’ project is based on a collection of hand-woven cats made by knitting clubs in the Netherlands. 'Grab the Pussy' is part of a larger art project ‘The Cold Carnival’ which explores the differences and similarities between folk culture and art and utilizes a claw machine to reach a wide audience. The organization, DROPSTUFF.nl, provides reimbursements for materials and expenses to knitting clubs and invites people to use the claw machine at events and festivals. | Art Management & Sales → Art Projects 26 | poe 10 carnival 986 cat 1578 machine 3727 | |
| deblijebovenkamer.nl | De Blije Bovenkamer | The website describes the impact of grief, loss, and loneliness on daily life, including physical and mental symptoms such as fatigue and concentration problems. The website introduces ‘De blije bovenkamer’ as a space where visitors can express their feelings and work with the counselor to find ways to process loss and loneliness. In addition to individual counseling sessions, Heart Ritual® retreats and workshops are offered to find strength and tenderness, as well as in-company training programs for employers. | Trauma & Recovery → Loss 714 Trauma & Recovery → Grief 907 | loneliness 185 loss 740 grief 1577 workshop 19325 | |
| helpendhandje.nl | Stichting Helpending Handje | The foundation organizes activities, such as walking tours, sports activities, and conversation groups, to connect neighborhood residents. Helpending Handje proactively collaborates with municipalities and other organizations to meet the demand for social support. The activities contribute to social cohesion, well-being, mindfulness, and the health and vitality of participants, and are also enjoyable. | Neighborhood Focus → Neighborhood Initiatives 1001 | neighborhood resident 19 social cohesion 36 wellbeing 2620 collaboration 16036 | |
| reto-eindhoven.nl | N.V. | Loneliness has become a common condition in modern life, despite numerous opportunities for connection offered by social media and dating apps. Increasingly, people engage in ‘bite-and-run’ relationships—short and superficial connections that fail to satisfy the need for deep intimacy and connection. The website examines factors such as the superficiality of modern relationships, the use of escorts, and fear of commitment as potential causes of contemporary loneliness. | Humanistic Approaches → Relationships 1877 | commitment 49 loneliness 185 social media 3342 relationship 4205 | |
| limited-cars.nl | N.V. | Loneliness and depression can unexpectedly and devastatingly affect anyone, impacting both mental health and daily life quality, reducing motivation and a sense of belonging. Various strategies exist to address these issues, including the importance of social connections, avoiding temporary solutions like using escorts, and engaging in creative activities to improve mood. Promoting social interaction and seeking emotional support are key elements in regaining emotional well-being. | Mental & Emotional Well-Being → Depression 257 | socialization 137 loneliness 185 depression 408 | |
| hondopvisite.nl | Hond op visite | The initiative originated from Eva Frerichs, a dog behavior therapist and trainer, who noticed widespread loneliness among seniors and youth, both during and before the pandemic. The website offers visiting dogs, which are carefully selected and tested to provide companionship to those who desire it. Efforts are underway to make more dogs available for this purpose, with dog owners able to get involved by having their dogs screened and tested. | Animals → Dogs 5879 | dog owner 11 companion 63 loneliness 185 dog 5483 | |
| weekendtref.nl | Indebuurt033 | The location of Weekendtref is in Huis Miereveld, located at Miereveldstraat 72 in Amersfoort, with a bicycle storage on the right. On Saturdays, meals are prepared and eaten by volunteer cooks, and a variety of activities and outings are organized for participants. Visitors are free to enter and explore the Weekendtref room on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, which is located on the ground floor on the left. | Social Issues → Immigration 474 Conferences & Meetings → Meeting Places 192 | cooks 11 | Utrecht → Amersfoort 8011 |
| evawelten.nl | Studio Evert | The Archive Artspace serves as a platform for local artists and offers exhibitions, performances, and workshops. Studio Evert, along with curators Herman Lamers and Hannah van den Elzen, redesigned the Artspace’s vision and created a new brand identity. The 'Bridging the Gap by wearing the cap' campaign, in collaboration with Affere and MARTAN, highlights the importance of friendship and support during difficult times. | Artists & Studios → Galleries 1398 | friendship 431 campaign 3428 exhibition 5332 collaboration 16036 design 27202 | Gelderland → Arnhem 8680 |
| leefvitaalcoachingbureau.nl | LeefVitaal Coaching Bureau | The website describes the bureau's approach and introduces the owner, who shares personal experiences about pursuing a vibrant life. The content covers the four pillars of a vibrant life: healthy eating, healthy movement, healthy thoughts, and healthy social connections. Each pillar is explained with examples. The website offers information on how to learn to live in the present moment, for example, through meditation and mindfulness training. | Personal Growth → Behavior Change 173 | social connection 35 eating 83 thoughts 444 movement 2304 coach 25810 | |
| samen-krachtig.nl | Stichting Samen-Krachtig | The website offers a wide range of tips and information on various topics, including stress, burnout, overstimulation, HSP, finances, loneliness, grief, and young people's behavior. Samen-Krachtig operates as an independent interest organization for vulnerable and sensitive (HSP) individuals in the Netherlands and Belgium, providing online support, communities, and tests. The organization strives to connect people and share experiences, enabling them to advise and support each other in navigating challenging life situations. | Social Services → Seniors 822 | seniors 904 topic 1238 tips 2789 youth 3126 community 7931 | |
| fietsmaatjeshelmond.nl | Fietsmaatjes Helmond | Fietsmaatjes Helmond pairs guests with regular volunteers for enjoyable and supported cycling trips. The organization focuses on people with physical, sensory, or cognitive disabilities, as well as those struggling with loneliness. The website contains information about the goal, history, team, volunteers, cycling routes, donation possibilities, and annual reports of the foundation. | Charities → Fundraising 1005 Cycling → Cycling Clubs 522 | cycling route 451 guest 1334 donation 5110 volunteer 8367 | North-Brabant → Helmond 3058 |
| alsniemandjeziet.nl | Not specified | The site offers information about what loneliness entails, potential solutions, and how to recognize and address loneliness oneself. The site encourages social engagement and increasing the feeling of connection for all people. The site emphasizes that loneliness can have various causes, such as changes in contacts or a buildup of negative events, and can lead to negative feelings and complaints. | Humanistic Approaches → Social Interaction 31 | gesture 31 loneliness 185 society 1376 connection 4007 | |
| samen1enschede.nl | Samen1Enschede | The network connects various parties, including governments, education, businesses, care, welfare, culture, and housing. Samen1Enschede works with experts to ensure sustainable engagement and political support. The network organizes events and activity programs, such as a summer program for 2025 and visits to the Stichting Ingehaakt. | | loneliness 185 connection 4007 network 11123 event 45199 | Overijssel → Enschede 5554 |
| evafroditus.nl | Stichting Evafroditus | The foundation works to deepen and sustain relationships by sharing God's Word, appropriate for the experience of the people. Evafroditus supports diaconal and evangelization projects, such as Geloof in Alkmaar, which tries to connect people with each other and introduce them to the Bible. The foundation aspires to open and support meeting places in large Dutch cities and recently supported a staff member and a community center, ‘Bij de Bron’ in Alkmaar. | Religion → Protestantism 3178 | community spirit 13 evangelization 41 relationship 4205 | North-Holland → Alkmaar 6507 |
| waarzorgraakt.nl | Waarde Zorg Raakt | The organization focuses on healthcare professionals and caregivers and offers workshops on the power of touch to promote safety and trust for care recipients. In addition to workshops, Waarde Zorg Raakt offers individual guidance and care massages, primarily aimed at people with care needs. The website emphasizes the fundamental need for loving touch and contact, and how this is essential for people dealing with illness or disability. | Social Issues & Welfare → Disability Services 949 | touch 146 caregiver 1167 care 12338 workshop 19325 | |
| hesterhospes.nl | Hester Hospes | The website describes Hester Hospes as a coach with PCC (Practitioner in Coaching) certification. The content covers information about various themes for which coaching is offered, including ADHD, burnout, loneliness, procrastination, and the balance between work and private life. Examples of client cases are provided, illustrating how coaching contributes to solving specific problems and promoting personal growth. | Coaching → Personality Coaching 213 | loneliness 185 adhd 354 burnout 1614 balance 4582 coach 25810 | |
| evenementenvlijmen.nl | Stichting Evenementen Vlijmen | In 2018, the foundation organized the theatrical performance ‘Vlijmens Spektakel’. The foundation has completed the ‘Herman, a different look at loneliness’ project, producing a short film with the help of residents of Heusden. The project focuses on the theme of loneliness and proposes three pillars to promote understanding. The film follows Herman, a man who loses his wife after his retirement and through a chance encounter with a younger man learns that they have much in common. | | loneliness 185 film 3007 community 7931 event 45199 | Heusden → Vlijmen 389 |
| beleven-is-leven.nl | Beleven is Leven | Marieke provides guidance and coaching to seniors, with a focus on combating loneliness and creating connections. The website describes services such as individual guidance, senior coaching, and support for caregivers, and provides information about reimbursement possibilities via PGBs. Marieke has completed a training as a Senior Coach through Sonnevelt and emphasizes attention, connection, and togetherness as key factors for a richer life. | Social Services → Seniors 822 | intake 467 seniors 904 caregiver 1167 connection 4007 coach 25810 | |
| buufenbuuf.nl | Buufenbuuf | The website provides an overview of different projects such as the ‘UpGreat’ training, ‘ZwerfieJager’ activities, ‘Vegen rond 9’ (Sweep Around 9), and ‘GreenUp’, which are focused on the well-being of residents. The platform encourages visitors to participate actively in these projects, either by taking part in the training sessions and activities themselves, or by supporting others. Buufenbuuf.nl also promotes the possibility of becoming a ‘UpGreat’ trainer and provides information about sponsorships and donations to support the initiatives. | Neighborhood Focus → Neighborhood Initiatives 1001 | neighborhood 2424 sponsorship 2686 training 28133 | Het Hogeland → Noordwolde 152 |
| dansenindeschaduw.nl | Hestia | The website offers a blog with tips and a personal reflection on finding hope during difficult times. It is emphasized that there is always someone present who offers support and love, even if this is not immediately visible. The website encourages visitors to pay attention to small moments of connection and hope in the environment, such as a smile or a hug. | Personal Blog → Reflection 821 | hope 113 fear 268 time 932 grief 1577 connection 4007 light 5148 | |
| deridderenvis.nl | Psychologenpraktijk De Ridder & Vis | Schema-focused therapy combines various therapeutic approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, and attachment theory, and utilizes techniques borrowed from Gestalt therapy. Emphasis is placed on the therapeutic relationship. The practice has a summer break from July 28th to August 15th, 2025, and will start a new schema group and an ACT group in November. The ACT group is a weekly therapy group that helps participants to cope with painful thoughts and feelings and to set a new direction in their lives, utilizing exercises based on mindfulness and yoga. | Mental & Emotional Well-Being → Trauma 1001 | thoughts 444 exercises 1058 emotion 2169 therapy 7448 | De Bilt → Bilthoven 920 |
| dtns.nl | Davids Training & Support | The website describes the offerings of Emmy Davids, an HBO nurse with experience in healthcare and sociotherapy, who has been providing training and workshops on loneliness since 2003. The training and workshops are tailored to the available time. The website states that the training and workshops are suitable for nurses, healthcare workers, volunteers, and other professionals who work with lonely people. | Women’s Health → Menopause 228 | loneliness 185 healthcare professionals 235 workshop 19325 training 28133 | |
| ginspiratie.nl | Ginspiratie | The website focuses on young professionals (20s and 30s) who struggle with stress, perfectionism, and burnout. Ginny Ophorst, the coach behind Ginspiratie, offers coaching to break down limiting thoughts and promote a more balanced lifestyle. The goal is to give visitors more control over their lives, less stress, and more energy. | Coaching → Personality Coaching 213 | thoughts 444 life 2673 stress 3965 balance 4582 energy 9075 coach 25810 | |
| inloophvh.nl | Inloop Hoek van Holland | The idea originated with a group of volunteers to create a safe place for people who feel lonely or are struggling with social, psychological, or social issues. The inloop offers regular activities, including providing meals on specific Tuesdays, and is open to people who want to share their stories. The organization has an ANBI status and works with experienced volunteers and people who share their expertise, such as Jan Ramondt and Denise Milort, to ensure the continuity of the inloop. | Social Issues → Poverty 180 | poverty 291 story 8285 volunteer 8367 | |
| marleendekok-psycholoog.nl | Marleen de Kok | The practice focuses on women and operates within the Basic Mental Healthcare (BGGZ) system, allowing her to treat mild to moderate psychological issues. Marleen de Kok offers help with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, psychosomatic complaints, burnout, and grief. The website describes the psychologist’s work, her approach – calm, involved, and empathetic – and the reasons why seeking her help can be beneficial. | | empathy 212 depression 408 psychology 777 anxiety 1596 balance 4582 | Het Hogeland → Winsum 369 |
| psychotherapiemarcellangedijk.nl | Psychotherapie Praktijk Marcel Langedijk | The practice is located in Alkmaar and offers treatments for various mental health issues, including trauma, personality disorders, and anxiety disorders. The practice focuses on adults and offers both short-term treatment from the GBGGZ and specialized treatment from the SGGZ, aiming for structural change. Marcel Langedijk is BIG-registered as a GZ-psychologist and psychotherapist and can be contacted via email and phone. | Study Choice & Career → Study Choice 270 | psychotherapy 911 psychologist 1196 problem 2214 practice 9089 treatment 21203 | North-Holland → Alkmaar 6507 |
| uitjecocon.nl | Uitjecocon | The website addresses the topic of loneliness, highlighting that it is a prevalent issue (approximately 49% of adults experience it). It explains that loneliness is experienced as a signal from the brain indicating a lack of social connection. The site provides a link to an overview of specialists who focus on addressing loneliness via the website Eenzaamheid.info. | Social Issues → Community Development 330 | loneliness 185 specialist 938 connection 4007 | |
| metelkaarzeeland.nl | Hersteltalent Zeeland | The website describes the Hersteltalent inloopcentra as low-threshold meeting places where people can go for conversations, activities, courses, and a cup of coffee or tea. The inloopcentra are aimed at people of all ages and backgrounds who need company, support, meaningful activities, and personal development. The website offers information about crisis cards and the Suicide Prevention Center Zeeland, emphasizing the possibility of listening without judgment when dealing with difficult thoughts. | Mental & Emotional Well-Being → Issues 18 | conversation 1828 | Zeeland → Sluis 1255 |
| stichtingdepraatjesmaker.nl | Stg. De Praatjesmaker | The Telly-Talker is a project aiming to combat loneliness by connecting people who live alone. The platform offers the opportunity to experience conviviality with other users, build a social network, and make new contacts. The website informs about the pilot phase, during which no monthly fees are charged, and describes the potential cost implications after the pilot. | Mobile & Wireless Communication → Social Networks 11 | | |
| primamirazorg.nl | Primamirazorg B.V. | The website describes the problems people experience, such as depression and the feeling of powerlessness. Primamirazorg offers various forms of guidance, including outpatient counseling, youth and family counseling, household support and mentoring. The organization emphasizes that help should not be sought individually, but in collaboration with a professional. | Personal Development → Self-Confidence 703 | mental health 400 mentor 529 life 2673 coach 25810 | |
| kombinnenjemagerzijn.nl | Kom binnen, je mag er zijn | The story describes Monica’s life, initially appearing successful, but marred by a long-standing grief that increasingly isolates her. The book details her discovery that this grief is also the source of her strength, and her journey toward a more positive future. The website informs that the book is currently available at various bookstores, both physical and online. | Fiction → Novel 411 | loneliness 185 future 404 grief 1577 story 8285 book 11396 | |