My Pocket Coordinator
Service for taking care of next of kin
My Pocket Coordinator is a physical booklet and a digital platform for next of kin when facing the challenge of a loved one returning home after rehabilitation in a specialized hospital. Five activities facilitated by both hospital and municipality aim to prepare for a new reality. Next of kin provide approximately 50% of all care in Norwegian homes, making them very important. Also, the well-being of a carer will influence the degree of improvement of a patient, and vice versa. Our proposal aspires to prioritize next of kin, letting their voices be heard and attending to their needs along a challenging path.
"This design tackles a question that is often neglected in healthcare: who cares for the carer? By investing resources in supporting next of kin, this product may significantly reduce the chance of burnout and sick leave from work. "
WINNER STATEMENTWhat great news to win this iF award! We aimed to give attention to the ones who take care of their loved ones - the next of kin . All in close collaboration with the largest rehabilitation hospital in Norway and a proactive municipality. Thank you for honoring the efforts made.
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