Care, help and support

Living independently at home for longer

You want to live at home for as long as possible. But you need help with this. The municipality will work with you to explore available solutions, such as the Social Support Act (Wmo).

Domestic help

You may be entitled to assistance if you are unable to perform household tasks yourself and you do not have access to help in your own environment.

Social Support Act taxi

Are you no longer able to cycle, drive or use public transport? Then you might be able to use a Wmo taxi.

Choose your own care (KiesZO)

You receive care or assistance from the municipality. You want to choose from whom. KiesZO lists all providers with which the municipality of Hilversum has made agreements.

Help for your child

You have questions about parenting, free and affordable childcare and activities, speech therapy, youth care, child abuse, divorce assistance, and the municipal child care package.

Child abuse or domestic violence

You want to report child abuse or domestic violence. This can happen if it happens to you, or if you think it is happening to someone else.

Help for carers

As a caregiver, it can be difficult to care for someone for a long time. The municipality can help. We listen to you and look for solutions together.

Complaint about care and support

You are dissatisfied with the care and assistance provided by the healthcare provider or care provider. You can report your complaint to the Gooi en Vechtstreek region.

Information for professionals

You are a professional or volunteer who works in the Social Domain. You want information about the working method of the Social Square.

People with confused behavior

You are concerned about someone close to you. But this person doesn't want to take help. Or you are bothered by someone. Report and ask for help.

Mandatory psychological care

Sometimes someone has psychological problems, but that person does not want professional help. You can then report a worrying situation yourself. Sometimes compulsory psychological care can be imposed with a crisis measure or care authorisation.

Community centers, day activities and day care

Sometimes you have trouble getting through the day. You don't just want to go out, but you are bored at home. You would like to do something, but you don't know what or with whom. Maybe day care is something for you. A meaningful daytime activity is valuable.

Help at your home

You want to continue living at home, but you need help with this. The municipality will work with you to examine what solutions are available, such as help from the Social Support Act (Wmo).

Sheltered work

People with an occupational disability sometimes need extra guidance or an adjustment to their workplace. They can work, but not with a regular employer. Municipalities must offer these people a paid job in an adapted environment. This is called sheltered work.

Job appointment

The government's job agreement is for people with disabilities (a reason why they can work less) who find it difficult to find work. These people are registered with the UWV (Employee Insurance Agency). The municipality helps people on the register find work.

GGD Gooi and Vechtstreek

You have questions about healthy living. You can contact the GGD for information and advice about health and lifestyle. Such as smoking, alcohol, exercise, growing old, staying positive, STDs and more.

Loneliness

You want to know what to do if you feel lonely. Or you just want to know what you can do to help people who feel lonely.

My child turns 18

When your child turns 18, a number of things will change for your child, but also for you. We have listed the most important things for you.

Day activities

You can meet new people and stay active through daytime activities. There's something for everyone, whether you enjoy crafts, sports, or just socializing.

Help with education and growing up

You have questions about raising your child. For example, because your child listens poorly. You can ask for help from Jeugd en Gezin or the municipality.

Help for children with stress, sadness or problems

Sometimes it's difficult for parents to help their child with problems or difficult feelings. In those cases, it's helpful to ask for help. This page lists organizations that can offer support to parents and children.

Help for children during divorce

Divorce is often sad and confusing for children. A lot changes, and that can cause tension and uncertainty. It's important for children to be able to talk about their feelings and share their concerns. This page explains which organizations you can turn to for support.

Volunteering Reward

You are on welfare and you do voluntary work through an organisation. Then you may be able to get money from the municipality. This is called volunteer premium.

Volunteer abroad

What are the options for volunteering? Which organizations are involved in this.