Projekt doprinosi poboljšanju zdravstvene skrbi za starije osobe i njihove obitelji u prekograničnim područjima Srbije i Hrvatske. Aktivnosti uključuju modernizaciju infrastrukture i unapređenje terapijskih usluga u bolnicama u Novom Sadu, Apatinu i Lipiku putem nabave robotske rehabilitacijske opreme, edukacije osoblja i osnivanja edukacijsko-konzultativnog centra za podršku pacijentima. Razvijeni web portal s prilagođenim rehabilitacijskim programima će osigurati pristup ključnim informacijama za postbolnički oporavak. Projekt predstavlja važan korak prema boljoj kvaliteti života starijih osoba u ovom području.
PANORA – Development Agency of Požega-Slavonia County, together with Toplice Lipik – Special Hospital for Medical Rehabilitation, and partners from Serbia – the Special Hospital for Rheumatic Diseases Novi Sad and the Special Hospital for Rehabilitation ‘JUNAKOVIĆ’ Apatin, has embarked on an innovative healthcare project co-funded by the European Union through the Interreg IPA Cross-border Cooperation Programme Croatia-Serbia 2021-2027. This €1.44 million initiative unites three specialized hospitals and a development agency to modernize rehabilitation services and introduce family-centered healthcare approaches in the cross-border regions of West Bačka, South Bačka, and Požega-Slavonia.”
The project will deliver three major improvements:
- Advanced Medical Equipment: Special hospitals in Novi Sad and Lipik will receive state-of-the-art robotic rehabilitation systems, while the hospital in Apatin will upgrade its hydrotherapy facilities
- Professional Development: Healthcare professionals will receive specialized training in innovative rehabilitation methods (DNS and Schroth), enhancing treatment quality for patients.
- Community-Based Care: A new educational-consultation center will be established, featuring mobile medical teams to support patients at home. A dedicated web portal will provide tailored rehabilitation programs and guidance for patients and their families
Benefits for Citizens
This project directly addresses the growing healthcare needs of aging population, particularly in the cross-border regions where over 22% of residents are elderly. Patients will gain access to modern rehabilitation equipment, expertly trained medical staff and personalized care programs that can be continued at home.
The initiative represents a significant step forward in healthcare modernization, combining traditional therapeutic approaches with innovative technologies to improve the quality of life for elderly and disabled persons in the cross-border region.
PROJECT OVERVIEW
Project title: Improvement of diagnostic, treatment and rehabilitation methods in special hospitals of the cross-border area
Project acronym: RE-TREAD
Project ID: HR-RS00005
Total eligible budget: 1.441.070,17 €
Funding amount (IPA III CBC): 1.224.909,63 € (85%)
Project duration: 30 months (15/9/2024 – 14/3/2027)
Lead Partner: Special hospital for rheumatic diseases Novi Sad (RS)
Project Partners: Toplice Lipik – Special hospital for medical rehabilitation (HR), Special Hospital for Rehabilitation “JUNAKOVIĆ” Apatin (RS), PANORA – Development Agency of Požega Slavonia County (HR)
