CuidaPro. Healthcare for old people living in rural areas

Introduction

Rural areas around the world are experiencing an unprecedented demographic shift, where depopulation and ageing are posing new challenges for healthcare providers. The combination of a decline in birth rates and an increase in life expectancy has resulted in a rapidly ageing rural population. This demographic shift is causing significant social and economic changes, with significant impacts on healthcare systems. In this context, the healthcare of elderly individuals is an urgent concern, and new approaches are needed to address the unique needs of the elderly population in rural areas.

Loneliness and Isolation

Elderly individuals living in rural areas face a unique set of challenges. As young people move to urban areas for work and better opportunities, the elderly are left behind. This situation can lead to loneliness and social isolation, which can have a negative impact on physical and mental health. Furthermore, the lack of access to healthcare providers in rural areas can make it difficult for elderly individuals to receive the medical attention they need.

The Role of Technology

New technologies can play an essential role in addressing the healthcare needs of elderly individuals living in rural areas. Telemedicine, for example, can provide access to medical professionals regardless of location. Remote monitoring technologies can also help healthcare providers keep track of elderly individuals’ vital signs, ensuring timely intervention in the event of a medical emergency. These technologies can help address the isolation and lack of access to healthcare services that elderly individuals often experience in rural areas.

Community-Based care

Community-based care is another approach that can be effective in addressing the healthcare needs of elderly individuals in rural areas. Community-based care programs are designed to bring healthcare services closer to the community, making it easier for elderly individuals to access medical attention. These programs can also provide socialization opportunities, reducing loneliness and social isolation. By bringing healthcare services and socialization opportunities closer to the community, community-based care programs can help address some of the unique challenges faced by elderly individuals in rural areas.

CuidaPro

CuidaPro has arrived to revolutionize the elderly sector and respond to their needs and those of their families.

On behalf of the entire team, we would like to express our sincere gratitude to Mr. Enric Adell Moragrega, vice-president of the Provincial Council of Tarragona and Mr. Felip Monclús, director of the Territorial Services of Social Rights Terres de l’Ebre for his assistance, participation and words. It was a pleasure to have you. To thank Leonor Bertomeu from Delta.cat for her great work as presenter and facilitator of the event. We would also like to thank the political representatives of the Council of Els Muntells, Sant Jaume d’Enveja, Amposta, Poble Nou del Delta and Tortosa for their assistance. Thanks to the Vice Dean of Lands of the Ebre of the Official College of Social Work of Catalonia. Thanks to the musicians Laia and Marc from the Tortosa Music Conservatory for their excellent performance and to Conficon Hostesses for their professionalism. Of course, to the Chamber of Commerce of Tortosa for its great involvement attention. And last, but not least, thank you for the presence and support of the group of care workers who are part of the labor exchange and who were by our side. You are CuidaPro’s reason for being.

CuidaPro has a dynamic, changing and always open job board. We are looking for the best professionals who want to dedicate themselves to the care of people in Tarragona. Whether you are interested in working full-time, half-time, part-time, or you prefer to work as an internal staff, we want to get to know you.

You can send your CV to personal@cuida-pro.com or fill out the following form.

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Conclusion

The healthcare of elderly individuals living in rural areas is an urgent concern that requires innovative solutions. The demographic shift towards ageing and depopulation in rural areas requires new approaches to address the unique challenges faced by this population. Technology and community-based care are two approaches that can be effective in providing access to healthcare services and reducing social isolation. As healthcare providers and policymakers work to address these challenges, it is crucial to recognize the importance of elderly individuals’ healthcare needs in rural areas and ensure that they receive the attention and support they need.

CuidaPro was present at the event of the 8th delivery of the SuperCuidadores Awards organized by SUPERCUIDADORES with the support of UNIR - La Universidad en Internet. Counting on the honorary presidency of the Kings of Spain and the presence of the president of the Community of Madrid, Mrs. Isabel Díaz Ayuso. We spent a unique day accompanied by representatives of the socio-health sector and care for the dependent. The event took place at the emblematic Real Casa de Correos in Madrid’s Puerta del Sol.

The main objective was to give visibility to the group of carers and the great work they carry out on a daily basis. We went back to home with one sentence: “Take care as you would like to be taken care of”. We will continue to select, accompany, train and support all the professionals in our team so that this is the reason for BEING and the reason for DOING 🧡.