2022
DOI: 10.1111/hsc.13815
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How local stakeholders’ social representations shape the future of ageing in place: Insights from ‘health and care social innovations’ in Wallonia (Belgium)

Abstract: Like many other European countries, Belgium's population is ageing significantly. In Belgium, the dependency ratio of people aged 65 and over (when they are generally economically inactive) to those between 15 and 66 increased from 26% in 2011 to 29.9% in 2021 (European Commission, 2021) and is projected to increase to 37.7% by 2040 (Bureau Fédéral du Plan, 2016). In particular, Wallonia (the French-speaking region of Belgium) is known for its high rate of residential care in comparison to other European regio… Show more

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“…One of the most notable innovations that have propelled nursing into the future is telehealth and telemedicine. The COVID-19 pandemic acted as a catalyst for the widespread adoption of telehealth, and nurses played a pivotal role in making this transition seamless [4]. These healthcare professionals quickly adapted to the use of telecommunication tools to provide remote patient care, conduct virtual assessments, and offer guidance, thereby minimizing the risk of disease transmission and significantly enhancing the accessibility of healthcare services.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…One of the most notable innovations that have propelled nursing into the future is telehealth and telemedicine. The COVID-19 pandemic acted as a catalyst for the widespread adoption of telehealth, and nurses played a pivotal role in making this transition seamless [4]. These healthcare professionals quickly adapted to the use of telecommunication tools to provide remote patient care, conduct virtual assessments, and offer guidance, thereby minimizing the risk of disease transmission and significantly enhancing the accessibility of healthcare services.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%