Transforming Elderly Care: Introducing "Care Without Worries"

The healthcare landscape is evolving rapidly, especially in the realm of elderly care. As new regulations and guidelines are introduced, caregivers and seniors are forced to reimagine the way care is provided. One such pioneering philosophy, practiced and proven successful at Humanitas Rotterdam, focuses on empowering older adults to maintain control over their own lives, even when residing in long-term care facilities.

This philosophy, which has been meticulously documented by Hans Becker in his book "Art of Living in Old Age," has recently undergone a comprehensive update to align with the latest insights and changes in the healthcare sector. Now released under the title "Care Without Worries," this revamped edition brings its practical approach and theoretical frameworks to the hands of care recipients, caregivers, as well as managers and organization experts.

At Humanitas Rotterdam, the emphasis is placed on creating an environment where older adults with varying limitations can retain agency over important aspects of their lives: from personal well-being to housing, finances, and beyond. The ability to continue caring for oneself and others engenders a deep sense of fulfillment among elderly residents.

With a thought-provoking foreword by Martin van Rijn, the State Secretary for Healthcare, "Care Without Worries" presents Hans Becker's visionary approach to elderly care in the Netherlands. Drawing on his experience as the Chairman of the Board of Humanitas Foundation and his appointment as a professor of Humanization in Healthcare at the University of Humanistics in Utrecht, Becker presents a timely perspective that resonates now more than ever.

Step into a new era of elderly care with "Care Without Worries" and discover the transformative power of embracing individuals' autonomy, dignity, and happiness.