Seniors who can no longer live safely and independently at home can contact: Haganum residence From the Domus Valois in the Zeeheldenkwartier in The Hague. Here you will find 28 apartments with a high degree of living comfort, a comfortable living room and above all: an eye for each other.
People often arrive urgently at the Haganum residence at Domus Valois, says Ellen van Spronsen, site manager in The Hague. “You know that there will come a time, for example, when one of your parents will no longer be able to live independently. However, there is often a direct reason for contacting us to ask if we still have a room. This may be a downfall, but also early complaints Of dementia. Although such a choice seems far-fetched, it is important to think carefully before such an incident occurs about where someone would like to live when this is necessary. Then you will not face any surprises during an urgent situation.
Holding small parties
The Old Town Villa in The Hague has a spacious garden that residents can use. They can also help with gardening if they wish. Ellen: “One day a man came to live with us, and he was always busy with his garden at home. He brought two lemon trees that we planted here in the garden. We made limoncello together from lemons and drank it with all the residents. We always try to have small parties wherever possible.
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As a resident you choose yourself
Everything is at home Haganum residence It aims to encourage the autonomy of the population. Each apartment is equipped with a kitchen where actual cooking is not done, but an electric kettle and a coffee maker. Each resident equips his apartment with his own furniture to create a distinctive family atmosphere. Whether you have breakfast in your own apartment or in the shared living room, it's completely up to you.
Ellen: “Many activities are organized here, but you always decide for yourself whether to participate or not. For example, there is an hour for exercise twice a week, and there are lectures and musical performances as well. We look at the wishes and interests of the residents and design our offers accordingly. With this “The way it stays diverse, interesting and benefits everyone.”
satisfaction
Of course it is difficult to leave your home. However, after a while, many residents feel comfortable, Elaine says. “Once residents notice that they can be themselves here, don't have to pretend to be better than they feel and are receiving the help and company they need, they often feel relieved. When we arrive, we talk extensively with each new resident, so we know who they are and what “They want. It starts with one eye on the other.”
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Last house
Everyone who moves into a Haganum residence enters their final home. Ellen: “We are having the best time together, with all the resources we have. Since we only have 28 rooms, we know everyone personally. You can feel this atmosphere, this family and friendly atmosphere. The lines are short, and there is room for life. We are actually a family.” Very large.
Would you also like to know what are the possibilities of living in Haganom Residence? Then preview the site And contact one of the employees.
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