Go the project websiteSMART-AGE advances the “15 Minute City Transition Pathway” by promoting a modal shift in the urban mobility of older adults (65+). The focus on this age group stems from the rapi...
Niki Bulckmans graduated as an occupational therapist and began her career at the Center for Ambulatory Rehabilitation (Oostakker, Belgium). While working, she obtained a Master’s degree in Occupation...
As a dietitian and health promoter, I am convinced that nutrition plays a crucial role in fostering a healthy lifestyle and reducing health complaints. My mindset is firmly rooted in prevention: bette...
Since 2018, I have been a lecturer in the Occupational Therapy program, and since 2022 also a researcher within Stadskracht, driven by a passion for creating Age-Friendly Cities. Through participatory...
According to Eurostat, in 2022, 21.1% (more than one-fifth) of the EU-27 population was over 65 years old. This increase in the elderly population will result in an increase in the number of elderly p...
Problem DescriptionThe number of people living with chronic conditions, such as type 2 diabetes, continues to rise. Individuals in socially vulnerable positions face an even higher risk. A healthy die...
Purpose of the project We are developing a toolbox to implement simulation-based learning (SBL) in different stages of occupational therapy programs, in order to close the gap between theory and p...
Background The project's approach is based on the mission to improve people's health through better eating habits and physical activity. Diet and physical activity have a decisive influence on peop...
Evy Present graduated in 2010 as a bachelor in nursing (KdG Hogeschool) and additionally obtained a Master of Science degree in nursing and midwifery (UGent) in 2012. Later she also obtained the postg...
The pressure on the European health care system is increasing considerably: more elderly people and patients with chronic diseases in need of (rehabilitation) care, a diminishing work force and health...
