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Aartje (84): “I lead the Intercultural Meeting Mornings, every Tuesday morning. Everyone is welcome; meeting comes first, from woman to woman with respect for each other. I still enjoy doing it.”
From the Kitchen: volunteers support people with intellectual disabilities during their work in the restaurant. Together, they prepare a three-course menu for guests on a weekly basis.
Petra is a volunteer at Buurtbuik. “We collect food from supermarkets and companies that is on or one day past the expiration date and turn it into a delicious meal. Everyone is welcome to join. I always say: as long as I’m here, no one is hungry.”
Music connects. Relaxes. Improves condition and alleviates loneliness.
Rini Stegeman (69) has been a volunteer at the Animal Ambulance for eight years. We were allowed to spend an afternoon with her on the ambulance.
Peter van der Mast (57) is a running buddy for blind and visually impaired individuals. They go running together in the park every week. “I enjoy helping others to stay active. Plus, I get to hear the most interesting stories and my fitness is improving all the time.”

