Stichting Welzijnswerk Hoogeveen

What Stichting Welzijnswerk Hoogeveen does

Stichting Welzijnswerk Hoogeveen (SWW) is a Dutch nonprofit foundation (stichting) holding ANBI (Algemeen Nut Beogende Instelling) status and operating as the designated welfare organization for the municipality of Hoogeveen in the Netherlands. The organization serves approximately 55,000 residents across Hoogeveen's neighborhoods, districts, and surrounding villages through a decentralized network of seven physical locations: a central bureau at Het Haagje 119, and six area team offices at MFC De Magneet (Krakeel), Beukemaplein (Wolfsbos/Zuid), Buurtcentrum Het Oor (Centrum), Buurtcentrum Het Knooppunt (Centrum), Wijkcentrum De Weideblik (De Weide/Erflanden), and Dorpscentrum 't Anker in Hollandscheveld (villages). Service delivery combines scheduled weekly consultation hours, a walk-in service (VIA inloopspreekuur, weekdays 09:00–12:00), and 24/7 crisis support via a dedicated emergency line.

SWW delivers a portfolio of more than 20 community-based social services organized across life stages and needs. Core offerings include youth and family services (Jeugdmaatschappelijk werk, Jongerenwerk, Jonge mantelzorgers, Talentenjagers, Maatjesdiensten, VVE&O early childhood education), general social work (Algemeen Maatschappelijk werk, Cliëntondersteuning, Casusregie), community development (Opbouwwerk, Huis van de Buurt, Buurtbemiddeling), participation and wellbeing (Welzijn op Recept social prescribing, Informele Zorg en Welzijn, Mantelzorgondersteuning, Meedoenbalie), financial support (Financiële Vroegsignalering, De VoorzieningenWijzer, Loket Geldzaken), and housing-energy coaching (Woon-Energiecoach). The organization works under a strength-based philosophy anchored in three principles: the Connecting Approach (Verbindende Aanpak), Positive Health, and Stress-Sensitive Service Delivery.

As a stichting with ANBI designation, SWW is funded primarily through municipal subsidies from Gemeente Hoogeveen and operates as an autonomous foundation. It is governed by a Raad van Toezicht (Supervisory Board) chaired by A. Visscher, with members A. Alserda, H. Kosmeijer, T. Otter, and G. Woltjer, while E. Holkers serves as sole executive director (directeur en enig bestuurder). SWW has no subsidiaries, no parent company, no external investment, no disclosed technology platform, no app, and no AI/ML capability — it functions as a decentralized, community-embedded social welfare provider rather than a technology company.

Name

Stichting Welzijnswerk Hoogeveen

Legal name

Stichting Welzijnswerk

Website

https://swwh.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Stichting Welzijnswerk Hoogeveen (SWW) is a Dutch nonprofit welfare foundation serving approximately 55,000 residents of Hoogeveen municipality through 20+ community-based social services — including youth work, caregiver support, financial guidance, and neighborhood development — delivered via seven neighborhood offices.

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akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Hoogeveen

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Stichting Welzijnswerk Hoogeveen (SWW) is a community-based welfare foundation delivering social support services to the approximately 55,000 residents of the municipality of Hoogeveen in the Netherlands. Its service portfolio covers youth and family work, general social work, case management, community development, neighborhood mediation, caregiver support, financial guidance, and a walk-in consultation service (VIA inloopspreekuur). The organization operates from a central bureau and multiple area team offices embedded in neighborhoods, districts, and villages across Hoogeveen.

Product overview

Stichting Welzijnswerk Hoogeveen (SWW) is a social welfare organization offering a comprehensive portfolio of community-based services for the approximately 55,000 residents of Hoogeveen municipality. The organization provides a broad integrated service model organized across life stages and community needs, including youth and family services (Jeugdmaatschappelijk werk, Jongerenwerk, Jonge mantelzorgers, Talentenjagers, Maatjesdiensten), general social work (Algemeen Maatschappelijk werk, Cliëntondersteuning, Casusregie), community development (Opbouwwerk, Huis van de Buurt, Buurtbemiddeling), participation and wellbeing (Welzijn op Recept, Informele Zorg en Welzijn, Mantelzorgondersteuning, Meedoenbalie Hoogeveen), financial support services (Financiële Vroegsignalering, De VoorzieningenWijzer, Loket Geldzaken), and housing-energy coaching (Woon-Energiecoach). The organization operates multiple neighborhood locations and provides both scheduled consultations and walk-in services (VIA inloopspreekuur). SWW functions as a decentralized, community-embedded social welfare provider rather than a technology product company.

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Products and services

• Jeugdmaatschappelijk werk Social work services for youth, providing support and guidance to young people and families facing challenges. Service is targeted at children, adolescents, and families in Hoogeveen.
• Groepswerk trainingen Group-based training programs offering structured activities and skill development for various target groups within the Hoogeveen community.
• Casusregie Case management service coordinating care and support for individuals with complex needs across multiple agencies, serving residents with multi-domain social welfare needs.
• Algemeen Maatschappelijk werk General social work services providing counseling, support, and guidance to adults facing social or personal difficulties in the Hoogeveen municipality.
• Cliëntondersteuning Client support services helping individuals navigate care systems and access appropriate resources within welfare and health domains.
• Opbouwwerk Community development services strengthening neighborhoods and building social connections among residents in Hoogeveen.
• Huis van de Buurt Community center providing a local hub for neighborhood activities, meetings, and social gatherings in the Hoogeveen neighborhoods.
• Buurtbemiddeling Neighborhood mediation service helping residents resolve conflicts and disputes through facilitated dialogue in Hoogeveen neighborhoods.
• Woon-Energiecoach Housing and energy coaching service helping Hoogeveen residents manage energy costs and maintain stable housing conditions.
• Hoogeveenvoorelkaar Volunteer matching platform and program connecting Hoogeveen residents who need help with volunteers who can provide assistance.
• Meedoenbalie Hoogeveen Participation desk helping residents access activities, services, and opportunities for community involvement across Hoogeveen.
• Welzijn op Recept Wellbeing-on-Prescription program in which healthcare providers refer patients to social support and community activities as part of treatment.
• Informele Zorg en Welzijn Informal care and welfare services supporting volunteer caregivers and community-based assistance in Hoogeveen.
• Mantelzorgondersteuning Support services for informal caregivers providing assistance to family members or friends, including respite and training.
• Jongerenwerk Youth work services providing outreach, activities, and support for young people in the Hoogeveen community.
• Jonge mantelzorgers Support services specifically for young people in Hoogeveen who provide care to family members.
• Talentenjagers Program identifying and supporting young people's talents and potential development in Hoogeveen.
• Maatjesdiensten Buddy services matching volunteers with Hoogeveen residents who need companionship or support.
• Financiële Vroegsignalering Financial early detection service identifying Hoogeveen residents at risk of financial problems before they escalate.
• De VoorzieningenWijzer Benefits guide service helping Hoogeveen residents understand and access available financial assistance and benefits.
• Loket Geldzaken Financial desk service providing advice and support on financial matters and debt management for Hoogeveen residents.
• VIA inloopspreekuur Walk-in consultation hours at the SWW Centraal Bureau, providing accessible social support Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 12:00 without prior appointment.
• VVE&O (Voor- en Vroegschoolse Educatie en Opvoeding) Early childhood education and parenting support program for preschool-aged children and their families in Hoogeveen.

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor, core and moderate.

• FitterbreinminorOthersPartner organization listed on SWW's collaboration partners section. Nature of partnership not specified in detail.
• CJG De Wolden HoogeveencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChild and Youth Health organization (Centrum voor Jeugd en Gezin) serving the De Wolden and Hoogeveen region, collaborating on youth and family services.
• Wij Werken Mantelzorg VriendelijkmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerQuality label initiative for organizations that work caregiver-friendly, supporting informal caregivers in the workplace.
• SWN KwaliteitslabelmoderateOthersQuality certification label from Sociaal Werk Nederland, indicating compliance with quality standards for social work organizations.
• Gemeente HoogeveencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMunicipality of Hoogeveen - primary government partner providing funding and strategic alignment for welfare services in the region.
• Bibliotheek HoogeveenmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerPublic library of Hoogeveen, collaboration partner for literacy, education and community programs.
• Jong HoogeveenmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerYouth organization in Hoogeveen, collaborating on youth services and programs.
• Loket GeldzakenmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerFinancial advice and support platform, collaborating on financial early detection and money matters services.
• Centrum voor Mantelzorg Hoogeveen (CPM)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDedicated center for informal caregivers in Hoogeveen, providing specialized caregiver support services in collaboration with SWW.
• Huis van de Buurt HoogeveenmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerNeighborhood house organization, providing community spaces and programs for neighborhood engagement.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Humanitas: Large Dutch welfare nonprofit delivering services across youth support, caregiver support, buddy services, and community building through local chapters. Comparable as an established Dutch welfare organization with overlapping service categories including informal care and social participation programs.
• Stichting MEE: Dutch nonprofit providing support, advocacy, and clientondersteuning for people with disabilities and their families. Comparable as a Dutch ANBI-status social services organization funded partly by government that delivers individual support and case management similar to SWW's client services.
• VluchtelingenWerk Nederland: Dutch nonprofit supporting refugees and asylum seekers with social integration, advocacy, and case management. Comparable as a Dutch social services organization with mixed government and donation funding that provides individual support services and client navigation.
• Rode Kruis Nederland: Dutch Red Cross, providing emergency aid, social support, and community welfare services nationwide. Comparable as a large established welfare provider offering crisis response, social support, and community programs similar to SWW's portfolio.
• Leger des Heils Nederland: Dutch branch of the Salvation Army, a large established welfare provider offering emergency aid, shelter, social support, and community programs across the Netherlands. Comparable as a broad social services incumbent with overlapping crisis-intervention and community-support offerings.

Others

• Sociaal Werk Nederland: Dutch national industry association for social work organizations, which issues the SWN Kwaliteitslabel quality certification that SWW holds. Comparable as the sector umbrella body coordinating welfare organizations and setting quality standards across the Netherlands.
• Stichting Philadelphia Zorg: Dutch ANBI-status care organization supporting people with intellectual disabilities through social care and welfare services. Comparable as a Dutch nonprofit social services provider with government funding, though more focused on a specific vulnerable population segment.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Instagraminstagram.com/swwhoogeveen

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Profiles6 records

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