Impact analysis living-with-care concept

For the municipality of Hilversum, a local care provider and neighbourhood residents, Ravenkop investigated the impact of adding a supported living concept on neighbourhood livability. The study was initiated in response to concerns within the neighbourhood about the effects of the proposed housing of clients on the living environment. Through an extensive risk and impact analysis, both opportunities and risks were identified, taking into account not only the perspective of residents but also those of clients, the care provider and the municipality. The analysis revealed that, despite existing mitigation measures, additional choices are required to safeguard livability and better align the concept with the neighbourhood’s capacity. Based on these insights, recommendations were formulated regarding both the design of the concept and its implementation, with the aim of embedding it more effectively within the neighbourhood.