This edition of Santa Casa Challenge has Ageas Portugal Group and Ageas Foundation as partners. A challenge that rewards innovative technological solutions that give rise to devices, applications, digital content, web or communication services. In this 8th edition, Santa Casa Challenge accepts solutions focused on longevity under the challenges:
- Ageing in the right placeWhere to age? Rethink and expand the options currently present in the country, as the right place to grow old depends on the needs and interests of each one. Many choose to stay in the house where they have always lived, but for this to happen safely, the home must be adapted, remote monitoring solutions must be adopted and essential services must be easily accessible. For those looking to live in a community or their health condition requires constant monitoring, what is the best space? Is it possible to reinvent traditional nursing homes?
- Social connection and engagementDemand an inclusive society where prejudice towards the elderly is fought. Promote cultural activities that are better adapted to older people and consider intergenerational interaction. Create contact spaces and communication channels that combat loneliness. How can this area be made more attractive to young people of all backgrounds and genders?
- Caring for CaregiversLooking at Caregivers as a fundamental pillar in the journey of aging. Whether Formal or Informal Caregivers need training and emotional support, the need for support systems is becoming increasingly crucial. This responsibility must be extended to the community. Combating the loss of autonomy and training the population on prevention issues will postpone the need to resort to Caregivers or redesign their role in today’s society.
Prizes
Each of the 3 winners (one winner for each challenge explained above) will receive 5 thousand euros, 2-year incubation pack for 2 project elements at Casa do Impacto, and an Alpha Pack for the Web Summit 2023.
The challenges
- Ageing in the right place
- Social connection and engagement
- Caring for Caregivers
Timings
Application period >> December 13th to February 28th
Contact of the selected projects and confirmation of participation >> March 08th to 10th
Capacity building phase >> March 20th to 31st
Demoday and selection of the winners >> April 04th
2 years of Incubation >> From April 10
* dates subject to change