Hoogstede residential care home
11 June 2018 - Sustainable cities and communities (SDG 11), Good health and well-being (SDG 3)
We are the bank for the Dutch public sector and we are driven by social impact. We aim to be a natural partner for our clients by helping them addressing the social challenges they have to cope with. Instead of maximising profits, our priority is to maximise the social impact
Focus on sustainability
Hoogstede is one of the most sustainable residential care homes in the Netherlands in terms of both technology and quality of experience. Sustainable and natural building materials were used in its construction. As an example, the entire building is illuminated by LED lighting and the kitchens have been built out of natural fibres, such as corn and reeds. In addition, the building uses no gas and its roof is covered with around 1,200 m2 of solar panels.

Hoogstede is environmentally friendly, almost completely energy neutral and boasts a comfortable environment. Its inhabitants describe the building as beneficial and stimulating due to its abundance of natural light and green spaces. This makes the new residential care home a great example of sustainable living in combination with the provision of care.
Experience
At Hoogstede residential care home, sustainability is not limited to the building's construction and the technology used – the way clients and staff experience the building is of equal importance. The building's cosy and homely nature has proven beneficial to the mental and physical well-being of its inhabitants and offers a pleasant and comfortable working environment for staff.
Driven by social impact
We are the bank for the Dutch public sector and we are driven by social impact. We aim to be a natural partner for our clients by helping them addressing the social challenges they have to cope with. Instead of maximising profits, our priority is to maximise the social impact of our activities
EUR 6,5 million
Stichting Catharina and BNG Bank
As a partner of social housing associations, BNG Bank contributes to better and liveable communities.
As a partner of municipalities, BNG Bank contributes to affordable and better social provisions.
BNG Bank contributes to affordable health care for everyone.
BNG Bank is a partner in improving sustainability of hospitals and other health care facilities.