VinculApp, mobile application to facilitate leisure for people with disabilities

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VinculApp, mobile application to facilitate leisure for people with disabilities

Ampans

VinculApp, mobile application to facilitate leisure for people with disabilities

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VinculApp is a mobile application created by the Ampans Foundation that facilitates access to a wide variety of resources and specialized services aimed at people with disabilities. Its main function is to gather activities and information with the goal of making it available to people with disabilities or mental health disorders, as well as their families.

The platform provides tools that facilitate the active participation of people with disabilities and mental health disorders in social and educational activities, with the aim of promoting their autonomy and inclusion in the community. It consists of three repositories divided into three sections: leisure activities, knowledge to empower the user, and contact with specialized professional services. It presents a description of what each place included in the app offers and provides a contact channel with the service. In addition, it groups different services into categories and allows filtering by area of interest.

It is characterized by its ease of use, with a user-friendly interface that makes navigation easy and allows quick and intuitive access to the features, adapting to the technological capabilities of the user. VinculApp is openly available to anyone who installs the app in Spain, and at the same time, it also provides specific and exclusive support to people receiving housing and daytime care services from the Ampans Foundation.

It features a private area that can be used by the families of people with disabilities to communicate with professionals from the different entities included in the app through an online chat. In this way, communication is streamlined, and an efficient collaborative model between families and professionals is promoted, improving the quality of care.

Collaboration with different entities and organizations in the sector ensures that VinculApp is constantly updated, with new functions and resources that address the changing needs of users. This ensures that the app remains relevant and useful for those who use it. On the other hand, cooperation with professionals in the social field contributes to guaranteeing the quality and effectiveness of the services presented through the platform.

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PrevenSI, prevention of child sexual abuse

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Innobreak: Noves mirades en la prevenció i intervenció de la Violència sexual infantil

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Cuppa, virtual meetups for unpaid carers

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Cuppa, virtual meetups for unpaid carers

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CUPPA

Video calls aimed at carers with the goal of sharing experiences and building community

Cuppa is a free 45-minute virtual meetup program specially designed for unpaid carers. Through video calls, around a dozen carers come together to share their experiences, offer support, and meet others in similar situations in a safe and understanding environment.

The meetings are moderated by a host, also a carer, who facilitates the conversation and ensures everyone has the opportunity to speak. The sessions are simple and accessible, requiring only a device with internet and a microphone. Using the camera is recommended but not essential, and there is also the option to interact via chat.

Additionally, to cater to the varying needs of carers, a wide range of time slots is available, and attendance is unlimited. Cuppa aims not only to provide emotional support to carers but also to create a network of people who share tips and experiences, always with a touch of humor and optimism.

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Predictive Telecare Service in Home Care

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Predictive Telecare Service in Home Care

Adinberri Foundation, Eusko Jaurlaritza (Basque Government)

BetiON

Predictive telecare that allows for preventive and personalized action

The Adinberri Foundation has launched a telecare service that enables anticipation and action through a personalized intervention plan based on the 4P model: prediction, prevention, personalization, and participation. The initiative aims to address social issues such as loneliness, home safety, abuse, cognitive decline, and lack of socio-family support.

The predictive model operates through technological solutions such as speech processing, advanced analytics, artificial intelligence, Big Data, IoT (Internet of Things), and technologies that facilitate interoperability and standardization, such as open platforms.

The system will be integrated into the Public Telecare Service of Euskadi (betiON), a service that allows users to communicate with specialized professionals in emergency or risk situations. BetiON can be used by people over 75 years old who live alone, people over 65 years old in situations or at risk of dependency, people with various types of disabilities or mental illnesses, and people in situations of social isolation.

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I·ROC, a tool that evaluates the recovery process of mental health service users

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I·ROC, a tool that evaluates the recovery process of mental health service users

Penumbra

I·ROC

A tool that measures the recovery process of people using mental health services

I·ROC is based on a self-assessment questionnaire that follows the HOPE model, an approach that analyzes four areas of personal well-being (home, opportunity, people, and empowerment). Each area includes three indicators that the user must score from 1 to 6. This provides a holistic view of personal well-being.

The tool is available in both paper and digital formats and provides a solid framework for initiating conversations between professionals and users. It also offers a variety of innovative and easy-to-use tools that promote self-management with tips and techniques.

Mental health professionals can obtain individual reports of their patients at any time through the online platform (I·ROC Digital), available for multiple devices. Similarly, entities can consult global data on the user base to evaluate the impact of their projects and programs. Patients also have access to their results and the various support materials offered by the platform.

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STOP, artificial intelligence to prevent suicide

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STOP, artificial intelligence to prevent suicide

UPF

STOP UPF

Research project to prevent suicide through artificial intelligence applied to social networks

According to the latest data from the INE, 4,227 people died by suicide in Spain in 2022. It is the highest number ever recorded in the country. One of the most concerning issues is the increase in suicide among adolescents, as cases have significantly risen from 53 to 75 compared to 2021. According to the WHO, each suicide has a severe emotional impact, at least on six people in the victim’s environment.

STOP is a research project that studies mental health problems on social networks through Artificial Intelligence. The goal is to find patterns related to the high risk of suicide and other disorders that can lead to this issue, such as depression or eating disorders. When a user matching a risk profile is detected, a targeted prevention campaign is launched, including information like the Helpline, available 24 hours a day, and other suicide prevention hotlines.

Some indicators taken into account include the times at which the person publishes content, interactions received from other users, their interests, and the type of posts. The team, consisting of psychologists, engineers, and psychiatrists, has developed algorithms that detect suicidal behavior patterns with 85% accuracy through texts, images, and social activities on Twitter.

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Mentegram, therapeutic monitoring of patients in mental health treatment

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Mentegram, therapeutic monitoring of patients in mental health treatment

Mentegram

Mentegram

Tool that allows evaluating and monitoring the daily behavior of individuals in therapeutic treatment

Mentegram is a platform that allows for daily monitoring of the state of patients in mental health consultations. The instruments and detection criteria can be customized according to the individual or, if preferred, pre-configured ones can be used. This way, therapists can adapt the treatment in each case more reliably.

This monitoring also allows for session optimization and time-saving, as professionals obtain a quick overview of how patients have been in the days leading up to the visit. The tool also enables the detection of risk situations to act preventively.

Additionally, the application offers the possibility of sharing educational materials, instructions, questionnaires, and reminders with users through their mobile devices. Furthermore, the platform collects information on patient evaluations, staff workload, and clinical effectiveness.

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IDAPP MIND SL

AutisMIND

The tool enhances the ability to empathize with others in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

There are more and more experiences and studies endorsing that technology is a particularly useful resource to support therapeutic and learning processes in children with ASD. Whether through robotics or specialized computer programs, research is showing the benefits of this approach.

AutisMIND is a mobile application that supports families and professionals in working on the development of social thinking and theory of mind in children with ASD, that is, the ability of individuals to be aware of the feelings, desires, and beliefs of others when acting.

The AutisMIND application addresses ten different aspects of socio-cognitive development with six levels of difficulty and a total of over a thousand interactive and playful exercises. Some of the topics it covers include interpreting emotions in context, anticipating actions, physical sensations, and symbolism.

The platform presents learning in a simple and dynamic way. On one hand, it uses sharp images with simple outlines that avoid overstimulating the child. On the other hand, it includes visual reinforcements that enhance the interest, attention, and motivation of the user. The functions are adaptable to the needs of each person, and statistics allow evaluating progress and achieved milestones.

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BRUS, accompaniment to young people who live in families with situations of drug addiction

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BRUS, accompaniment to young people who live in families with situations of drug addiction

Center for Digital Paedagogik (CfDP)

BRUS

Program that seeks to break the taboo of addictions in families

BRUS is an initiative aimed at young people up to 24 years old who live in families affected by alcohol and drug addiction. The primary objective is to break the taboo surrounding these issues through in-person meetings and an anonymous chat service. Additionally, the program encourages young individuals to focus on their own needs rather than taking responsibility for situations they cannot control.

The online chat provides access to individuals who may initially be hesitant about seeking face-to-face treatment or are unable to physically attend a center. This virtual format allows vulnerable individuals to express their experiences, regardless of their location. Furthermore, the online platform enables safer and more confident self-expression, allowing them to articulate their feelings more effectively.

Users can choose whether they want to maintain continuity with the same therapist across multiple sessions or start anew each time and switch therapists. BRUS also facilitates communication for young people who have completed the therapeutic process but wish to stay connected with the center.

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Barnahus, care service for child victims of sexual abuse

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Barnahus, care service for child victims of sexual abuse

Catalan Government, Save The Children

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A pioneering integrated unit in Catalonia and Spain, made up of a specialised multidisciplinary team, whose objective is to avoid the re-victimisation of children and adolescents who are victims of sexual abuse and to provide all the necessary care in a single space.

Barnahus (children’s house in icelandic) is a project to help children and young people –from 0 to 18 years of age– who have suffered sexual abuse and to prevent aggression against minors. It puts the victim of sexual abuse at the centre, working in a single space with all the care services they need and minimising the traumatic experience of reliving the aggression. This avoids victims having to go through courts, police stations, hospitals and children’s services. It is promoted by Save the Children and is supported by five Catalan government departments, mainly the Social Rights department, but in coordination with the Health, Education, Justice and Interior departments.

Barnahus has a welcoming and friendly appearance to provide security, comfort and confidence to children and their families. There are separate rooms to preserve privacy, a kitchen-dining room, offices and a medical examination room. The psychosocial team –consisting of psychologists and social workers with a coordinator– works full time, 24 hours a day, every day of the year, and also offers translation services.

Catalonia already has centers in Tarragona, Manresa, and Lleida. In 2024, Intress, a partner entity of the iSocial Foundation, has promoted the opening of a Barnahus facility in Terrassa and in La Seu d’Urgell. On February 27th, the Idea Foundation, also a member of iSocial, will inaugurate a center in Granollers.

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By My Side, an app that offers support to drug-dependent women

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Simon Community Scotland, AND Digital

Application that offers support, advice and resources to women who consume drugs to facilitate access to information and proper decision making to improve their health and well-being.

drug addiction treatment

In order to address the misinformation and harms of drug use among women, which often leads to death, and in conjunction with technology consultancy AND Digital, who have volunteered their digital knowledge and expertise, Simon Community Scotland (SCS) has created By My Side. This app provides evidence-based harm reduction advice that is easily accessible to people who use the charity’s services.

It is designed by women for women. While primarily focused on advice on preventing drug-related harm, the app also has wider resources, such as guidance and guidelines on issues and mental health management and support for people affected by domestic or sexual violence. Thus, the app allows the most relevant advice and resources to be accessible and available to women without ever having to approach a service if they do not want it. The By My Side app enables them to access high quality information and make informed decisions about their health, wellbeing and safety.

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