The THCS Annual Conference 2024 concluded in Brussels last month, after two days of insightful discussions, inspiring case studies, and forward-thinking collaboration. Delegates explored innovative strategies to transform health and care systems across Europe, addressing some of the sector’s most pressing challenges.

Key highlights

• Collaborative solutions
  Policymakers, citizens, and health professionals joined forces to discuss innovative approaches to overcoming health and care challenges. The focus was on co-creating solutions that are both sustainable and impactful.
• Local and regional leadership
  Local and regional authorities (LRAs) showcased their essential role in driving change. Standout examples from regions such as the Basque Country and Tuscany highlighted how local initiatives can lead transformative efforts in health and care.
• Showcasing innovation:
  Four cutting-edge projects funded through the 2023 Joint Transnational Call (JTC) were presented, offering fresh perspectives on advancing health systems through financial, organisational, and practice-based innovations.
• Strengthening synergies:
  The final session focused on the power of collaboration across EU-funded partnerships, emphasising how joint efforts can tackle health system challenges more effectively.

The outcomes of the THCS Annual Conference resonate strongly with AAL’s long-running mission, which has been to develop technology-based solutions for active and healthy ageing based on collaboration, regional leadership, and innovative approaches to transforming care systems.

As the THCS conference demonstrated, addressing health and care challenges requires a multi-faceted, inclusive approach. This reinforces the importance of integrating user-driven insights, engaging regional stakeholders, and fostering partnerships across sectors. AAL continues to contribute to this approach by promoting sustainable, community-focused care solutions that support Europe’s ageing population and health systems.

Thank you to THCS for a thought-provoking and inspiring event. The shared insights will undoubtedly strengthen efforts across Europe to create better, more sustainable care systems.