rssSep 12, 2026, 05:00

With the Care and Housing Nuisance team: "I would also prefer a clean house, but I can't manage it anymore"

The Amsterdam Care and Housing Nuisance team manages nearly 10,000 annual reports of residents causing disturbances due to mental illness, addiction, or neglect. Nurse Jeffrey Schurink and his colleagues work to provide essential support and mediation to resolve these issues while avoiding eviction whenever possible.

The Amsterdam Care and Housing Nuisance reporting point receives nearly 10,000 complaints annually, ranging from noise and drug issues to severe cases of neglected housing. Social psychiatric nurse Jeffrey Schurink, working with the GGD, visits these residents to build trust and resolve conflicts without resorting to immediate eviction. The team collaborates with housing corporations, police, and social services to provide support, as many individuals face mental health, addiction, or dementia challenges that prevent them from maintaining their homes independently.

Recent cases highlight the complexity of the work, such as an elderly resident living among rats and an alcoholic neighbor causing community friction. Since the shift from institutional care to community-based living, professionals have faced an increasing number of reports. These interventions are critical, particularly following serious incidents involving distressed residents in the city, to ensure public safety while providing necessary care for vulnerable citizens struggling to manage their daily lives.

Lifestyle Health Amsterdam Netherlands

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