Case study N.1: The “School of Health” – School of Health Association

In this chapter, we present to you a case study of one of the good practices selected by the   HEPA Expert Group in September 2022.

The practice in brief: The mission of the School of Health Association is to contribute to a healthy society by promoting regular exercise, good health for a long and independent life, increasing the active population, restoring the will to live among the lonely and elderly, strengthening the psychophysical condition of the elderly, preventing chronic diseases and contributing to reducing the risk of developing depression and anxiety disorders.

Why will you be inspired? The School of Health offers simple activities that focus on key elements of active ageing. It takes care of the physical and mental health of the individual as well as encouraging socialising, which is an important factor in maintaining the quality of life for the elderly.

How it is used in Slovenia? It brings people together with the aim of carrying out morning outdoor exercise in all seasons through its regular sessions of “1000 movements”. In addition, there is also a transnational dimension with cross-border cooperation.

Learn from experts!

In this video, Zdenka Katkič, president of the School of Health Association, generously provides us with an extensive presentation of the challenges they were facing and the solutions they developed and tested. Enjoy the ride through their “School of Health” approach.

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