20 March 2019
City is implementing the action plan, closely aligned with the SDGs
In the beginning of March, the city of Jaguariúna became member of the Global Network of the World Health Organization. The city had presented its action plan, containing actions by all municipal secretaries, in October 2018, occasion at which the major signed a letter of commitment. The city is now implementing the plan, seen as an important contribution to achieve the local SDGs.
More details: https://extranet.who.int/agefriendlyworld/network/jaguariuna/
ILC-BA
Dynamic knowledge synthesis in local networks for coherent elderly care
We are getting older and more diverse, and that brings challenges. We cannot solve these challenges through healthcare alone. We also need municipalities, schools, companies, housing associations and older people themselves to achieve an age-friendly society. This requires cross-domain collaboration. But how can we achieve that?
25 April 2024
Event summary – Healthy ageing and longevity in Europe: How do we prepare for the 100-year life?
In partnership with ILC-UK, the ILC Europe Network hosted its inaugural conference in Brussels on 6 March 2024 to explore the challenges and opportunities associated with an ageing European society. Other ILC Global Alliance members in attendance included ILC-Czech Republic, ILC-France and ILC-Netherlands.
March 2024
White paper Arts in Health in the Netherlands: Art deserves a prominent place in healthcare
Much more attention needs to be paid to the positive effects of the use of art in healthcare. Art makes people feel better and helps them to better cope with their illness. Art can also mean a lot in the social domain and prevention, and in shortening hospital admissions.
February 2024
