The Wonderfoon: Circularity with a Social Connection
The Wonderfoon is a product of circular craftsmanship with deep social connection at its core. By rescuing old, discarded rotary telephones from the scrap heap, we give them a new and valuable life. These phones are not just recycled; they are transformed by the dedicated employees at IJmond Werkt. Ultimately, this circular effort leads directly to an enhanced quality of life in elderly care. The Wonderfoons create moments of joy, recognition, and calm for people living with dementia and is thus living proof that sustainability and social well-being go hand in hand.
Expert Assembly in Heemskerk
The Wonderfoon is more than just an old phone; it is a piece of skilled craftsmanship and a product of social connection. This would be impossible without our valuable partner: IJmond Werkt.
At IJmond Werkt, our donated, classic telephones are given a new life.
IJmond Werkt! has the core objective of helping people who are distant from the labor market gain sustainable employment and develop their talents. The employees of IJmond Werkt! handle the complete, complex conversion process:
- Disassembly and Cleaning: Every phone is carefully checked and cleaned.
- Technical Heart: They install the modern, custom-made electronics that ensure the phone functions as a musical jukebox loaded with ‘golden oldie’ songs.
- Testing & Quality: Every Wonderfoon only leaves the Ontwikkelhuis (Development House) after thorough testing, so we can guarantee the highest quality and optimal ease of use for the end-user.
We are immensely grateful to IJmond Werkt! and all the employees for their indispensable dedication. They make the difference, one Wonderfoon at a time.
Donate & Contribute
Would you like to contribute to this success? We are continuously looking for old rotary telephones (T65 models) to be able to bring even more moments of happiness.