Radio Mantel – programme for and by carers
Radio Mantel at Theatre De Regentes in The Hague is a morning programme for and by informal carers, featuring personal stories, music, relaxation exercises and a workshop by De Roodkapjes. The programme is also live-streamed, so you can join from home as well.
Caring for someone close to you is deeply personal, and often done quietly, out of sight. Radio Mantel brings those experiences into the open: two informal carers step forward and talk honestly about their lives. What gives them strength? What takes its toll? After their stories, there is time for questions and conversation, both with the speakers and with each other.
Throughout the morning, relaxation exercises and live music are woven into the programme, and coffee, tea and refreshments are provided. Host Manon De Groot-Van Gelder ties everything together. For those who cannot attend in person, the programme is broadcast live online.
Workshop by De Roodkapjes at Theatre De Regentes, The Hague
Following the morning programme, Stichting De Roodkapjes leads a workshop for up to 20 participants. At its core is the 'Zorgmantel' (Care Cloak): a hands-on approach that lets you physically feel the weight of caring for someone else, and explore how to restore the balance between looking after others and looking after yourself. Signing up for the workshop is done separately through the reservation.
About Radio Mantel
Radio Mantel is an initiative by De Storytellingfabriek, in collaboration with De Roodkapjes, Incluzio Den Haag and Theatre De Regentes, made possible in part by the municipality of The Hague. Admission is free, but reserving a spot is encouraged given the limited capacity.
Doors open at 09:30. The Radio Mantel programme with stories, conversations, music and practical tips runs from 10:00 to 11:30. The De Roodkapjes workshop takes place from 11:30 to 13:00.
