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"What works in one country should work in all others."
A common myth — but not always true.

In episode 3 of our #MythBusters series, Juana Mari Delgado-Saborit explains why context matters when designing support for elderly care workers.

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#Healthcare #Resilience

Is caregiver stress just about physical work?

In episode 2 of our #MythBusters series, Birte Fagerdal challenges that belief — reminding us that emotional and mental demands matter too.

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Can strong vocation protect you from stress?

In the first #MythBusters episode, Juana Mari Delgado-Saborit questions the idea that “more vocation = less stress.” Passion helps — but is it enough?

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#Healthcare #MentalHealth #Caregivers

Our podcast Supporting Resilience in Healthcare is now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!

Tune in for stories, expert insights, and conversations on building resilience in elderly care across Europe

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From Mapping to Action: Improving Older Person Care Resilience - Support4Resilience Support4Resilience is an EU-funded action research programme that aims to strengthen the resilience of care services for older persons across Norway, Finland,

How do we build more resilient care systems for older people?

In our latest blog, Martijn Felder explains how mapping healthcare systems across 7 countries is helping shape practical solutions through the S4R Toolbox.

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Mapping Healthcare Systems: Insightsfrom Support4Resilience – The S4RPodcast - Support4Resilience We’re thrilled to present the third episode of Supporting Resilience in Healthcare, the podcast from the EU-funded Support4Resilience project, dedicated to

☕️ Grab a coffee and listen to the new episode of our podcast!

How do healthcare systems differ across Europe — and why does it matter for building resilience in elderly care?

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Resilience isn’t a fix for broken systems.

In our latest #DefiningResilience video, Roland Bal reminds us: without proper staffing and support, resilience can’t replace what’s missing — it can only complement a solid foundation.

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Resilience is about staying on track, even when things get tough. 💪

In our new #DefiningResilience episode, Florin Tibu shares how to keep going despite setbacks — holding onto goals and growing through challenges.

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Resilience ≠ doing whatever you want.

In our latest #DefiningResilience episode, Cecilie Haraldseid-Driftland reminds us: resilience only makes sense when it stays connected to context and people.

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From Mapping to Action: Improving Older Person Care Resilience - Support4Resilience Support4Resilience is an EU-funded action research programme that aims to strengthen the resilience of care services for older persons across Norway, Finland,

How do we build more resilient care systems for older people?

In our latest blog, Martijn Felder explains how mapping healthcare systems across 7 countries is helping shape practical solutions through the S4R Toolbox.

🔖Read more:

Resilience isn’t always visible — but it’s there.

In our latest #DefiningResilience video, Roland Bal shares how resilience happens across levels — people, organisations, systems — often quietly, but critically.

🎥 Watch below

Need a break? Grab a snack and tune in to the latest episode of Supporting Resilience in Healthcare.

We talk about healthcare systems across Europe — and why context matters when building real change in elderly care.

Give it a listen! 👇

Supporting the mental wellbeing of aged care workers: A systematic review of factors and interventions BackgroundThe aged care sector faces significant challenges due to rising demand from aging populations and chronic diseases, in addition to workforce shortages, contributing to staff stress, burnout,...

Key takeaway: while individual-level interventions (e.g. stress management) can help, long-term impact requires structural change.

📄 Read the open-access study in AIMS Public Health:
shorturl.at/j7tHe

How can we support the mental wellbeing of aged care workers?

A new systematic review led by researchers from Support4Resilience analyses 89 studies across 24 countries — identifying the micro-, meso- and macro-level factors that shape mental health in aged care settings.

Young people embarking on healthcare careers – Dilemmas, Challenges and Opportunities - Support4Resilience Young people looking for jobs in healthcare is a prospect that many of us very much look forward to, from hospital managers and retiring staff to university

What motivates young people to choose healthcare — and why are so many walking away?

In our latest blog, Florin Tibu reflects on the pressures and dilemmas young professionals face.

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Resilience shows up in everyday care.

In our latest #DefiningResilience video, Siri Wiig shares a story from Norway’s home care services — where professionals adjust on the spot to meet real patient needs.

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Young people embarking on healthcare careers – Dilemmas, Challenges and Opportunities - Support4Resilience Young people looking for jobs in healthcare is a prospect that many of us very much look forward to, from hospital managers and retiring staff to university

What motivates young people to choose healthcare — and why are so many walking away?

In our latest blog, Florin Tibu reflects on the pressures and dilemmas young professionals face.

👉 Read more:

“Resilience is making the best of what you have.”

In our latest #DefiningResilience episode, Cecilie Haraldseid-Driftland reminds us: you don’t need perfect conditions — just the ability to work with what’s around you.

👇Watch below!

Mapping Healthcare Systems: Insightsfrom Support4Resilience – The S4RPodcast - Support4Resilience We’re thrilled to present the third episode of Supporting Resilience in Healthcare, the podcast from the EU-funded Support4Resilience project, dedicated to

☕️ Grab a coffee and listen to the new episode of our podcast!

How do healthcare systems differ across Europe — and why does it matter for building resilience in elderly care?

🎧 Tune in:

Resilience isn’t something you can measure after the fact.

In our latest #DefiningResilience video, Daniel Adrian Lungu explains why healthcare resilience isn’t like testing a building in an earthquake — it doesn’t work that way.

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What’s new in Support4Resilience? Newsletter #2 is here! - Support4Resilience We are excited to share the second edition of the Support4Resilience Newsletter, withhighlights from the past months of activity and collaboration across

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No worries — it’s now online with updates on resilience, healthcare & more.

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Advancing the S4R Toolbox 🧰

WP3 partners met to assess the latest prototype and share feedback on structure, design & usability. From demos to draft videos, progress continues.

🔎 Learn more about the toolbox: support4resilience.eu/s4r-toolbox/

#Support4Resilience #HorizonEU

Supporting the mental wellbeing of aged care workers: A systematic review of factors and interventions BackgroundThe aged care sector faces significant challenges due to rising demand from aging populations and chronic diseases, in addition to workforce shortages, contributing to staff stress, burnout,...

Key takeaway: while individual-level interventions (e.g. stress management) can help, long-term impact requires structural change.

📄 Read the open-access study in AIMS Public Health:
shorturl.at/j7tHe

How can we support the mental wellbeing of aged care workers?

A new systematic review led by researchers from Support4Resilience analyses 89 studies across 24 countries — identifying the micro-, meso- and macro-level factors that shape mental health in aged care settings.

As usual on the third Thursday of the month, our WP leaders met for coordination, followed by our Extended Management Meeting with the full team.

Updates from WP2 to WP6, and steady progress across the board. Staying aligned, moving forward.💪

Resilience, seen through the eyes of a chameleon. 🦎

In our latest #DefiningResilience short story, Cecilie Haraldseid-Driftland reminds us: adapting to your surroundings doesn’t mean losing who you are.

That’s what resilience looks like.

Resilience without the buzzwords?

In our latest #DefiningResilience video, Siri Wiig (@siriwiig.bsky.social) shares her take: it’s about handling disturbances — positive or negative — and achieving a good result, on both personal and organisational levels.

Resilience is not about enduring in silence.

In #DefiningResilience, Carsten Engel reminds us: resilience isn't passive. It's the ability to recognise unsustainable conditions—and act.

At Support4Resilience, we help leaders map, understand and reframe systems to do just that.

Yesterday at #EHMA2025 in Rennes, Anna-Kaisa Vartiainen presented findings from our systematic review on how organisational and management interventions support mental wellbeing and resilience in elderly care workers and informal caregivers

#Healthcare #Resilience #HorizonEurope

Absolutely, we couldn't agree more. Listening to staff is not just important, it’s a cornerstone of our project. That’s why we’ve developed a questionnaire to capture their insights, understand their needs and challenges, and identify which structural elements need strengthening.