On April 10, 2025, the María Blanchard Hall at the Palacio de Festivales in Santander will host the I Conference on Healthcare Social Work, an event aimed at social work professionals from all fields, as well as healthcare and social sector professionals and interested citizens.
Under the theme “Building Health Networks,” the conference seeks to strengthen coordination among different areas of social work, addressing strategies for child protection, support for vulnerable groups, and the continuity of social treatment in healthcare settings.
A Program for Reflection and Action
The event will feature experts and professionals from the field and will be structured around three discussion panels:
Advances in Coordination within the Cantabrian Health Service – Discussions will focus on experiences in creating support networks, protection from pregnancy, and healthcare-social coordination for frail older adults.
Joining Efforts for the Continuity of Healthcare Social Treatment – A space to analyze judicial support measures, new challenges in coordination, and strategies to extend beyond hospital care.
Scientific and Professional Networks – A discussion on the progress of the healthcare social work profession and the role of scientific associations.
Open Registration
Registration will be open from March 24 to April 7:
Professionals of the Cantabrian Health Service (SCS): via the SOFOS training platform.
Individuals not affiliated with the SCS: through the website of the Cantabrian School of Health.
A Joint Effort
The conference is organized by the Government of Cantabria, the Cantabrian Health Service (SCS), IDIVAL, the Valdecilla Foundation, the Hospitalarias Foundation, and Hospital Santa Clotilde, with the collaboration of the Spanish Association of Work and Health, GAES, and Vitalia.
This event represents a key opportunity to strengthen the healthcare social work network, fostering synergies that contribute to more coordinated and comprehensive care.
