What Stadskamer does

Stadskamer (legal entity: Stichting Stadskamer) is a Dutch nonprofit foundation founded in 2015 that operates a network of community-based recovery centers across the Achterhoek region in Gelderland, Netherlands. The organization provides no-threshold, low-barrier access to psychosocial support, mental health recovery, social inclusion programming, and community activities for any resident — without requiring a diagnosis, referral, or formal care indication. It serves approximately 1,500 visitors annually across 13 physical locations in five municipalities (Doetinchem, Oost Gelre, Montferland, Berkelland, and Bronckhorst), with specialized programs including the Herstelacademie (Recovery Academy), Stadswerkplaats (workshop), Bemoeizorg (assertive outreach for care-avoidant individuals), and targeted peer-support groups for autism, addiction, and parents.

The organization's core offerings are place-based, human-delivered services rather than technology products. There is no proprietary platform, app, or digital infrastructure; 'core_technology' is explicitly not applicable. Service delivery relies on a 'Route van de Vraag' (Route of the Question) methodology grounded in positive health, shared recovery, and social inclusion philosophies, with a 'waaier van mogelijkheden' activity framework. Programs are supported by an ecosystem of partner organizations including IrisZorg, Workmate, Laborijn, GEM, MEE, and RondomAutisme.

Revenue is generated primarily through municipal subsidies from the five Achterhoek municipalities, supplemented by WMO/WLZ/PGB care indications for non-residents, token-based payments via the Meedoen Regeling (Stadskamer Munten), and donations through the Vrienden van De Stadskamer initiative. The foundation holds ANBI status (public benefit organization) and has documented a social return of €3.20–€4.15 per euro spent, equating to €12 million in avoided annual societal costs. Pricing is effectively free at point of use for residents of participating municipalities, with no waiting lists and no referral required. The go-to-market is community-led: visitors self-select via walk-in access, supplemented by organic word-of-mouth, social media presence, and municipal referral pathways.

Name

Stadskamer

Legal name

Stichting Stadskamer

Website

https://stadskamer.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Stadskamer is a Dutch nonprofit foundation operating 13 community-based recovery centers across the Achterhoek region, providing no-threshold psychosocial support, mental health recovery, and social inclusion programming to approximately 1,500 residents across five municipalities without requiring formal care indications.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Mental Health and Social Recovery Services

NAICS

Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers (62142), Other Individual and Family Services (624190), Individual and Family Services (6241)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Peer Support, Recovery Coaching & Sober Living Services (HLAFACAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Substance Use Disorder Prevention & Recovery Services (BPAGACAE), Substance Use Recovery & Harm Reduction Support Services (BPAGAEAO), Community Health, Prevention & Health Education (BPAGACAC)

Keywords

• Community mental health
• Social recovery services
• Community drop-in centers
• Outreach mental health
• Peer support groups

Headquarters

HQ city

Doetinchem

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices13 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. Municipal Subsidy (Subsidies): Stadskamer is a 'voorziening' (facility) funded primarily through subsidies from the municipalities of Doetinchem, Oost Gelre, Montferland, and Berkelland. The organization operates as a pre-care (voorliggende voorziening) without requiring formal healthcare indication, and derives revenue from municipal contracts.
2. WLZ / WMO / PGB Indications: For participants from outside the municipality or those requiring formal care, participation can be funded through the Long-Term Care Act (WLZ), Social Support Act (WMO), or Personal Budget (PGB). The CAK (Centraal Administratie Kantoor) calculates and collects any personal contribution.
3. Activity Fees and Stadskamer Munten: For some activities, a small personal contribution is requested. The Stadskamer Munten (tokens) system allows participants to pay for activities and meals via pre-purchased tokens through the Meedoen Regeling. Small material costs may also apply.
4. Donations / Vrienden van De Stadskamer: A 'Friends of Stadskamer' (Vrienden van De Stadskamer) initiative accepts financial contributions from the public to fund personal growth opportunities, coffee projects, connecting activities, and facility improvements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Stadskamer operates 13 low-threshold community centers (Stadskamer and Dorpskamer) across the Achterhoek region in the Netherlands, providing recovery support, social inclusion, and meaningful daytime activities for people experiencing psychological distress, social isolation, addiction, homelessness, or those seeking connection. No diagnosis, formal indication, or referral is required to participate. The organization delivers structured programs through the Herstelacademie (Recovery Academy), the Stadswerkplaats workshop, Bemoeizorg outreach, and targeted peer-support groups including RAS Café (autism), Verslavingsgroep (addiction), and parent meetup groups.

Product overview

Stadskamer is a community-based social healthcare organization operating 13 locations across the Achterhoek region of the Netherlands. The core offering consists of low-threshold community centers (Dorpskamer/Stadskamer) where anyone can participate without referral, supported by specialized services including the Herstelacademie (Recovery Academy), Stadswerkplaats (workshop with creative and practical activities), and targeted support programs like Bemoeizorg (assertive outreach for those resisting help). Key programs include Herstelatelier for creative recovery, RAS Café for autism support, Verslavingsgroep for addiction recovery, and parent meetup groups. The organization operates on a 'Route van de Vraag' (Route of the Question) model, focusing on positive health, shared recovery, and social inclusion. The Meedoen Regeling provides token-based payment for activities, while Vrienden van De Stadskamer offers donation opportunities for supporters.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Herstelacademie (Recovery Academy) A structured program supporting personal recovery processes, offering various activities and support under the 'waaier van mogelijkheden' framework for individuals experiencing psychological distress in the Achterhoek region.
• Dorpskamer (Village Centers) Neighborhood community centers offering drop-in access, social activities, and recovery support across multiple villages in the Achterhoek region, including Didam, Eibergen, Groenlo, Hengelo (Gld), Lichtenvoorde, Neede, Steenderen, Vorden, and Zelhem.
• Inloop (Drop-in Centers) Low-threshold welcoming spaces where anyone can visit for social connection, coffee, and informal support without needing a referral or indication.
• Stadswerkplaats (Urban Workshop) A workshop in Doetinchem providing meaningful daytime activities including woodwork, assembly, ceramics, and gardening, with collaboration partners such as Re-Free for toy repair and IrisZorg for work reintegration.
• Bemoeizorg (Assertive Outreach) Support service for people who resist help ('zorgmijders'), maintaining persistent contact until individuals reconnect with appropriate care services, operated from the Raadhuisstraat Doetinchem location.
• Herstelatelier (Recovery Atelier) Creative activities bridging art, creativity, and health, offering artistic expression as part of the recovery journey for participants.
• RAS Café (Autism Café) Monthly autism café providing social gatherings, pub quizzes, and activities for people with (suspected) autism, run in collaboration with RondomAutisme and facilitated by Stadskamer staff member Stef Woestenenk.
• Verslavingsgroep (Addiction Group) Weekly peer support group for people dealing with or recovering from addiction, focusing on recognition, safety, and growth together, facilitated by experienced volunteers.
• Ontmoetingsgroep voor ouders met jonge kinderen (Parent Meetup Group) Weekly parent meetup group offering support, shared experiences, and activities for parents with young children in the Achterhoek region.
• Meedoen Regeling (Participation Arrangement) Participation arrangement offering Stadskamer tokens (munten) packages for activities and meals, available in three tiers of 25, 40, or 55 tokens, ordered via meedoenarrangement.nl.
• Vrienden van De Stadskamer (Friends of Stadskamer) Donation initiative supporting personal growth opportunities, coffee projects, connecting activities, and outdoor spaces for Stadskamer participants, enabling tax-deductible giving under the foundation's ANBI status.

Quantifiable outcome

• Every €1 spent generates €3.20–€4.15 in social return, with an estimated €12 million in avoided costs to the healthcare system and municipalities per year across all participants.
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• GEM (Gespecialiseerde Evaluatie en Motivatie)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStadskamer participates in a regional Herstelnetwerk (Recovery Network) set up and facilitated by GEM, which provides structured guidance for building collaborative recovery ecosystems in the Achterhoek region.
• IrisZorgcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIrisZorg collaborates with Stadskamer at the Stadswerkplaats, where people can engage in meaningful work activities. This partnership enables work experience and social reintegration.
• WorkmateminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorkmate collaborates with Stadskamer at the Stadswerkplaats, contributing to work-based recovery activities and employment pathways.
• LaborijnminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLaborijn partners with Stadskamer at the Stadswerkplaats, supporting participants in finding meaningful work and integrating into the labor market.
• MEEcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMEE provides free, independent client support (onafhankelijke cliëntondersteuning) for anyone needing help navigating WMO and WLZ care. Stadskamer refers visitors to MEE for guidance on obtaining appropriate care and support.
• Klachtenloket Zorg (Healthcare Complaints Portal)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerStadskamer is affiliated with the Klachtenloket Zorg, an independent national information point for questions and complaints about healthcare. They can connect visitors with an external complaints officer or the Geschillencommissie Zorg.
• Geschillencommissie Zorg (Healthcare Disputes Committee)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAs part of the Klachtenloket Zorg affiliation, unresolved complaints can be escalated to the Geschillencommissie Zorg Algemeen for binding arbitration.
• Re-FreeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRe-Free is a toy repair initiative partnered with the Stadskamer Stadswerkplaats. Donated toys are repaired by participants, teaching practical skills and contributing to sustainability while creating items of value for donation.
• RondomAutismecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRondomAutisme collaborates with Stadskamer to run RAS Café and RAS op Stap (autism café and walking group) programs for people with autism. Stadskamer staff member Stef Woestenenk works on behalf of both organizations to facilitate these peer-support activities.
• Municipalities of Doetinchem, Oost Gelre, Montferland, Berkelland, and BronckhorstcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStadskamer operates as a municipality-funded pre-care facility within the five Achterhoek municipalities. Annual reports are submitted to each municipality individually, and the organization receives core operating subsidies from these local governments.
• Graafschap CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerStadskamer staff, including experiential expert Frits, deliver guest lectures at the Graafschap College, inviting students to engage in dialogue about social inclusion and the Stadskamer philosophy.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Lister: Dutch mental health support provider offering recovery-focused housing and community support for people with psychiatric vulnerabilities. Comparable as both serve care-avoidant populations in a recovery-oriented, non-clinical setting, though Lister operates at greater scale across North Holland.
• Buurtzorg Nederland: Dutch community-based healthcare organization pioneering self-organizing neighborhood teams. Highly comparable as both operate within the Achterhoek-adjacent Dutch care ecosystem with a similar low-threshold, community-led philosophy, though Buurtzorg focuses on home nursing rather than mental health recovery.
• IrisZorg: Major addiction and social care provider in Gelderland (same province as Stadskamer). Direct operational partner via Stadswerkplaats and a comparable Dutch provider of low-threshold recovery services, with overlapping target populations around addiction and homelessness.

Broad incumbents

• Tactus: Large Dutch addiction care provider operating across multiple regions. Comparable as both address addiction recovery through community-based programs, though Tactus operates as a formal institution with clinical capacity while Stadskamer's Verslavingsgroep is peer-led.
• GGNet: Major regional mental health institution (GGZ) in Gelderland/Overijssel where Stadskamer's founder Janneke Meijerink worked for 13 years. Comparable as the formal mental health system that Stadskamer complements and diverts demand from, serving overlapping populations in the Achterhoek.
• HVO-Querido: Amsterdam-based social care organization supporting homeless people, people with psychiatric backgrounds, and youth in vulnerable positions. Comparable as both target populations experiencing mental health challenges, social isolation, and homelessness through low-threshold programming.

Others

• MEE: National Dutch organization providing independent client support for navigating WMO/WLZ care. Comparable as a municipal-funded social support ecosystem player; Stadskamer refers visitors to MEE for care-navigation advice, making it a complementary service in the same funding pathway.
• Laborijn: Gelderland-based workforce reintegration organization partnering with Stadskamer at the Stadswerkplaats. Comparable as an Achterhoek-based social-impact operator with overlapping target populations around social and labor reintegration.
• RondomAutisme: Dutch autism support organization partnering with Stadskamer to run the RAS Café and RAS op Stap programs. Relevant as a thematic partner operating comparable peer-support programs for people with autism in the same region.

Emerging players

• De Herstel Tafel: Dutch peer-led recovery movement organizing 'Hersteltafels' (recovery tables) in mental health settings. Strongly comparable as both apply the 'shared recovery' philosophy and Herstelacademie-style peer support—the closest pure-thematic peer in the Netherlands.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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