In the more rural parts of Twente, a notion called "noaberskop", which may be roughly translated as "neighbourship", is deemed of great importance. In short, "noaberskop" involves neighbours looking after each other or giving good counsel whenever a neighbour asks for advice. For instance, it may include collecting each other's mail and watering plants and flowers while the other family is on holiday and looking after each other's pets. "Noaberskop" is regarded a matter of rights and obligations. A neighbour may for instance call on another neighbour for help if something needs to be repaired or otherwise taken care of, but it is very indecent to refuse if the other neighbour then asks for a favour in return. Neighbours are expected to help each other preparing wedding celebrations, funerals, birthday parties, etc. Though modern social security service has reduced the need for strong "noaberskop" bonds, some communities do appreciate newcomers adapting to these old customs and "making neighbourship" with the others, and not fulfilling "noaberskop" duties may be still regarded a grave offence.