At Bouman Stichting, we believe that supporting families is the most effective way to break cycles of poverty and create lasting positive change. Our Family & Child Care programs provide comprehensive, culturally-sensitive support designed to strengthen family bonds, ensure child wellbeing, and equip parents with the tools they need to thrive. In a world where family stress can quickly escalate to crisis, we offer preventative support, early intervention, and specialized care for those facing complex challenges.
Serving over 2,500 families annually across Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Utrecht, and The Hague, our programs address the multifaceted needs of modern families navigating economic hardship, social isolation, mental health challenges, or cultural transitions. We take a holistic approach that recognizes each family’s unique strengths while providing targeted support in areas like parenting skills, child development, household management, and crisis intervention.


* Parent-child playgroups in 12 neighborhoods
* Developmental screening and referrals
* Positive parenting workshops in 8 languages

* Individual, couple, and family therapy
* Trauma-informed care for refugee families
* Support groups for specific challenges

* Homework assistance and tutoring
* STEM, arts, and sports programming
* Leadership development for teens

Our 6 Family Resource Centers serve as community hubs where families can access multiple support services under one roof. Each center features play areas for children, private counseling rooms, community kitchens for cooking classes, and resource libraries with multilingual materials on parenting and child development.
