Children who are placed out of home because of problems and insecurity in the home situation need security, continuity and stability. Unfortunately, more than three-quarters of children placed out of home have to deal with relocation within the youth care system an average of four times. This has a significant impact on these children’s sense of safety and well-being.

In this episode of Care of Tomorrow, we are guests of the Heppie (T)Huis in Geldrop-Mierlo. Initiator René van de Camp and remedial educationalist Ellen van der Hulst take us through how the Heppie (T)Huis does things differently. The Heppie (T)Huis offers a safe, warm and stable place to live to eight children in the municipality who (temporarily) cannot live at home. Children are allowed to stay as long as they want or as needed. A permanent team of educators is used and when additional help or treatment is needed, this takes place elsewhere. Contrary to common practice, the Heppie (T)House remains the child’s place of residence for as long as necessary.

Why it works and what it takes to organize this practically? You’ll hear about that in this episode!