Analyses & guides
The Healthcall blog
In-depth analyses, practical guides and field insights for Belgian care home decision-makers.
- Management
5 common mistakes to avoid when choosing a nurse call system
Practical guide for care home directors: the 5 most common pitfalls when selecting a nurse call system, and how to avoid them.
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AViQ and Woonzorgdecreet compliance — 2026 essentials for Belgian care homes
Overview of AViQ and Woonzorgdecreet requirements in 2026 for nurse call and resident safety in Belgian care homes.
Read - Technology
Smartphone or DECT for carers: which terminal in 2026?
Objective comparison between professional Android smartphones and DECT handsets for nurse call in care homes. Default recommendation: shared pro smartphone per duty station. DECT as proven alternative.
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Why choose an independent, non-manufacturer integrator for your nurse call system?
Comparative analysis of the manufacturer-integrator vs independent integrator models for nurse call in care homes: lock-in, total cost, scalability.
Read - Wellbeing & safety
Alzheimer's wandering prevention: why GPS alone is not enough in a care home
Technical and operational analysis of the limits of GPS for preventing wandering in care homes, and the truly effective complementary approaches.
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