The Municipality of Voorschoten Launches a New Initiative: Healthy Voorschoten Together
On Monday, February 12, the Municipality of Voorschoten will launch a long-term initiative: “Samen Gezond Voorschoten” (Healthy Voorschoten Together). This initiative is supported by local organizations, associations, volunteers, and the municipality. Everyone and all perspectives are welcome, as long as they share the same ultimate goal: “working together for a healthy Voorschoten.”
Samen Gezond Voorschoten is committed to a variety of programs, ranging from helping people get a promising start in life, mental health, informal care, fall prevention, and obesity prevention to addressing alcohol-related issues. But a healthy living environment that encourages physical activity and social interaction is also a key focus. Samen Gezond Voorschoten will kick off its activities with the “Healthy Aging” information fair on February 12 at the Voorschoten Cultural Center.
Alderman Hubert Schokker: “I’m proud of Voorschoten! Proud of all the organizations, clubs, volunteers, and great initiatives that already exist here. And it’s wonderful that we’ll be joining forces even more in the coming years. Together, we want to do everything we can to ensure that all residents of Voorschoten can grow up, live, and grow old in good health. In doing so, the municipality is implementing the national Healthy and Active Living Agreement. That is why we will launch this association in 2024: ‘Samen Gezond Voorschoten’.”
Inspiration Fair for Everyone
Are you also curious about how to age healthily? Or would you like to know how you can help others—such as your parents or neighbors—with this? Then come to the Samen Gezond Voorschoten inspiration fair at the Cultural Center on Monday afternoon, February 12, between 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Learn simple fall prevention techniques, play a round of golf, learn CPR, or get tips on healthy aging from occupational and physical therapists. At the booths run by the gym and community centers, you’ll learn about all the fun activities you can do in Voorschoten. Admission is free!
More information
For more information, visit www.samengezondvoorschoten.nl or , or follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news. Would you like to contribute to this initiative? Please email info@samengezondvoorschoten.nl.
