Tag #Social Support

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Aging in the Netherlands: A 92-Year-Old's Struggle and Societal Implications

A 92-year-old Dutch woman, unable to stand due to back pain, was helped by neighbors after a doctor's visit. This incident highlights the challenges and societal implications of the Netherlands' rapidly aging population, expected to have at least 1.1 million people aged 85+ by 2060.

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Good Health and Well-being
npr.org
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Maryland Diaper Bank Alleviates Family Need

Volunteers at the Greater D.C. Diaper Bank in Silver Spring, Maryland, bundled 2,000 diapers during one session to aid families struggling to afford this basic necessity, improving their daily lives and fostering a sense of community among volunteers.

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No Poverty
bbc.com
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Northamptonshire Charity Supports One in 16 Babies Amidst Rising Cost of Living

Baby Basics, a Northamptonshire charity, now supports one in 16 babies born in the county due to a 51% rise in referrals over two years, linked to the rising cost of living and reduced benefits; they are holding their first sale to raise funds.

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Parenthood and Well-being in Europe: A Cross-National Study

A University of Cologne study of over 43,000 people across 30 European countries reveals that having children increases a sense of meaning in life but decreases overall life satisfaction, with Scandinavian countries showing the least disparity and Germany needing improved family support.

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In-Work Poverty in Spain: 17.1% of Families with Children Affected

A Save the Children report reveals that 17.1% of Spanish families with children and at least one working parent are in in-work poverty, with higher rates for single-parent (32%) and large families (35.5%), due to factors like part-time work, low wages, and lack of family support, disproportionately ...

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No Poverty
elpais.com
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Perinatal Mental Health in Spain: High Prevalence and Urgent Need for Support

In Spain, 20-25% of mother-baby pairs experience perinatal mental health disorders, exacerbated by social isolation and idealized motherhood portrayals, highlighting the need for increased support and systemic changes.

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Good Health and Well-being
zeit.de
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Lower Saxony Students Petition for Financial Relief

Over 5,000 students in Lower Saxony, Germany, petitioned for financial aid and resource increases, resulting in a public hearing on June 25, 2024, to discuss abolishing administrative fees, long-term study fees, and increasing student support services.

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40% Bias Score

Quality Education
nrc.nl
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Schroeder Foundation Bankruptcy Leaves Hundreds Jobless in The Hague

The bankruptcy of Stichting Schroeder in The Hague, a foundation running eight thrift stores and a social workplace serving nearly 300 people with disabilities, will lead to their closure next week, leaving hundreds without jobs or community support, despite a 6,500-signature petition.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Andalusian Pilot Program Improves ALS Patients' Lives, Facing Uncertain Future

A pilot program in Andalusia provides 50 ALS patients with personal assistants for seven hours daily, funded by Next Generation EU funds until October 30th, significantly improving their quality of life and prompting calls for the program's continuation.

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Good Health and Well-being
nos.nl
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Dutch Report Highlights Systemic Child Poverty Impacting Education

A new report by the Jeugdeducatiefonds reveals that hundreds of thousands of Dutch children struggle academically due to poverty, lacking basic necessities like beds, bicycles, and eyeglasses, highlighting systemic failures and the need for improved governmental support.

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40% Bias Score

No Poverty
bbc.com
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London-Based Group Connects 38,000 Indian Women

Lovina Shenoy founded the Indian Women in London & UK (IWLUK) Facebook group in March 2022 to combat isolation among Indian women in the UK; it now has over 38,000 members and offers social, professional, and emotional support.

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Gender Equality
dw.com
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Successful Refugee Integration in Bonn: Community Support and Future Challenges

Three refugee families—from Syria, Yemen, and Ukraine—detail their successful integration into Bonn's Frießdorf neighborhood over the past decade, aided by local volunteers Karin Schüler and Bettina Citron who coordinate support services and highlight the challenges of bureaucratic processes and the...

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40% Bias Score

Quality Education

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