Małopolski Tele-Anioł 2.0 – the largest and most innovative telecare project in Poland – is entering a new stage of development. On August 7, a letter of intent was signed, launching cooperation between the Małopolska Region, the European Institute for Regional Development Association, and Kozminski University, within which the Center for Digital Health operates. Thanks to the involvement of the academic community, the project will gain a new dimension – expert support in the field of digital health, efficiency analysis, and the development of recommendations for social and health policies in Poland and across Europe.
The Center for Digital Health at Kozminski University, led by Professor Katarzyna Kolasa, Ph.D., will be responsible for preparing reports, models, and studies demonstrating how telecare and telemedicine can effectively support elderly and dependent persons in their homes.
– It is high time Kraków became recognized not only as the former capital of Poland, but also as the capital of digital health. The solutions of Małopolski Tele-Anioł demonstrate that we can effectively care for elderly people in their home environment while relieving the burden on the healthcare system. Our goal is to show how this success can be scaled up across Poland and Europe, – emphasized Professor Katarzyna Kolasa.
Małopolski Tele-Anioł addresses one of the most pressing challenges of contemporary society – an aging population and the resulting care needs. Since its inception, the program has supported nearly 10,000 people, who received special safety wristbands enabling direct contact with emergency responders. It is estimated that thanks to rapid interventions, the project has already helped save the lives of more than 300 participants.
The current edition – Małopolski Tele-Anioł 2.0 – continues the five-year initiative implemented in 2018–2023 and combines proven solutions (telecare, neighborhood, and caregiving services) with new components: telemedicine and respite care.
From 2026, the new edition will launch a one-year telemedicine pilot program for 300 people suffering from chronic diseases (cardiovascular, respiratory, and diabetes). Participants will receive home health monitoring devices integrated with the telecare system. Project partners also announced the inclusion of AI-based solutions, which in the future will allow for even more personalized and effective care tailored to the needs of seniors and dependent persons.
The signing of the letter of intent marks a joint step toward promoting innovative social and healthcare solutions on both the national and international stage.
