The NGO Elame Veel! aims to challenge the perception that participation in social life ends the day an elderly person enters a care home. To achieve this, Elame Veel! gives care home residents the opportunity to take part in cultural events, such as theatre performances, concerts, museum visits and cinema outings. Donations are used to cover the cost of tickets and transportation.
Life in a care home is extremely routine, and research shows that a rigid routine can have a negative impact on a person’s well-being and health. However, due to financial constraints, most care homes are unable to offer their residents opportunities to get out and enjoy a change of scenery. Feedback received by the NGO shows that the chance to leave the care home from time to time, dress up nicely and go out among other people can lift the spirits of elderly residents for a long time afterwards.
