More than a quarter of the Dutch had mental health issues in the past year. For close associates such as partners, parents, children and family members, it can be tough to watch a loved one struggle. How can you offer help to someone who has built a wall around them, who resists or seems to speak a different language? How can you support your loved one without losing it yourself?

Caring for a loved one involves many emotions. Sadness, powerlessness, lack of understanding, loneliness, shame or anger. The complexity and unpredictability of mental health problems makes it difficult for many loved ones to respond appropriately to their loved one's behavior. Finding the right help can also be difficult: the healthcare system is complicated, waiting lists are long. You can feel like you're on your own. And in addition to your care responsibilities, you may also have your job or education, a family to support, and your own social life. Not surprisingly, many caregivers feel overburdened.

Of great importance that you also continue to take good care of yourself in this difficult situation. But how do you do that? That's what we will discuss during the webinar ‘Caring for and around your neighbor.

During the webinar, you are anonymous. There is an opportunity to ask questions and exchange experiences with the other participants.  Can't make it? Sign up anyway, afterwards you'll get a look-back link.

For whom
For next-of-kin of people with mental health problems who want to know more about how to hold their own.

What do you learn?
During the webinar, we will discuss the following topics:
- What does caring for a loved one mean to you?
- What helps you hold your own in this situation?
- the balance between carrying capacity and load
- What can you influence and what is better to let go of?
- Where can you find more information and support?

When

Thursday, May 7, 2026 from 7:30-20:45 p.m.

Sign up can be done through this link and the Go to website button.