From 6 to 8 May 2025, Barcelona became a hub for forward-thinking discussion and innovation in the field of healthy ageing. COMFORTage brought its partners together for its third General Assembly and a collaborative joint event with the STAGE Project.
GENERAL ASSEMBLY
The Assembly, hosted by Ace Alzheimer Center and TIC Salut Social Foundation, served as a strategic meeting point for all consortium members. Across two days, participants reviewed the project’s progress, aligned on technical strategies, and prepared for the upcoming European Commission review. Sessions focused on refining the project narrative, finalising the system architecture, and strengthening stakeholder engagement strategies.
Workshops provided opportunities to address cross-functional challenges, assess pilot site progress, and ensure alignment across all work packages. The emphasis remained on creating impactful, user-driven solutions to support ageing populations through digital health tools and personalised care.
JOINT EVENT
On 8 May, the joint event took place at Casa Convalescència, under the Ageing Deal initiative. This special occasion brought together researchers, innovators, policymakers, and healthcare professionals from across Europe,including representatives from the European Commission, Catalan health organisations, and several SMEs.
In collaboration with the STAGE and SMILE Projects, the event spotlighted several core themes:
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Integrated, person-centred care models
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Digital transformation of health and care services
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Social innovation and new service delivery models
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Empowerment of older citizens in care decision-making
The day featured panels, networking, and hands-on workshops where attendees shared experiences and explored opportunities for collaboration. Discussions highlighted the importance of co-creating scalable solutions that reflect the real needs of Europe’s ageing society.
More than just a showcase of innovation, the event demonstrated a shared vision: that ageing should be seen not as a burden, but as a valuable phase of life. The energy and ideas exchanged in Barcelona reinforced the role of science, technology, and human-centred design in creating inclusive and resilient health systems.
As the COMFORTage project continues its work, events like these underline the value of collective action in building a healthier future for people of all ages.
