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De Lingehof is a family-run care farm in Rhenoy, Gelderland, that combines agriculture with social care. Founded in 1995, it provides daytime activities and supported living for people with care needs, with a strong focus on creating a safe, rural environment where participants can work, live, and develop at their own pace. The organization serves people with intellectual disabilities and, in some cases, additional challenges such as autism or ADHD. It also welcomes young people from youth care or special education for daytime activities. De Lingehof positions itself as a small-scale, personal provider that tailors work and living places to individual interests, abilities, and development goals. Core Values Safety and trust : De Lingehof emphasizes a secure living and working environment where people feel comfortable, valued, and able to grow. Personal development : Care plans are built around realistic goals and are reviewed regularly so participants can experience progress in wellbeing and skills. Human-centered care : Staff are expected to build trusting relationships and work from the heart with both people and animals. Christian identity : The organization states that it works from Christian values and norms and sees each person as unique, with their own talents to uncover and support. Quality and continuous improvement : ISO 9001 certification underpins a structured approach to quality, customer satisfaction, and ongoing improvement. Unique Aspects Early pioneer in care farming : The Lingehof says it was among the first care farms in the Netherlands, combining agriculture and care from an early stage. Two-location model : It operates both a farm-based day-activity location at Kleine Steeg and a residential and workshop location at Tiendweg, allowing it to offer different forms of support within one organization. Large-scale goat farming base : The farm milks more than 1,000 goats daily, giving participants a wide range of real agricultural tasks to do. ISO 9001 certification : The organization holds ISO 9001 certification for both day activities and its residential provision, signaling a formal quality-management approach. Supplementary social foundation : Stichting Vrienden van zorgboerderij De Lingehof supports participants with extra activities and purchases, such as sports equipment, a duo bike, and seasonal celebrations.