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The heart of the city – The Market Square in Wrocław

Publication Date: January 21, 2023

When you come to the ISBA Conference in September, start your journey around Wrocław with the heart of the city – the vibrant Market Square. It is one of the oldest and largest historical markets in Poland. Its foundation dates back to 1214 -1232.

Environmental Self-Care House – Respite Care Center

Publication Date: January 16, 2023

Institutional forms of help are significant in societies where more and more people need support. But what happens if there is a group of enthusiasts eager to cooperate? Perhaps a house with various forms of respite care might come into being. So what is the point of the campfire here?

RESPITE IN NATURE

Publication Date: December 30, 2022

The Activity Center – BAZA, run by Foundation Imago, is an institution that supports people with disabilities and their carers through contact with nature and outdoor activities. The center is located in Wrocław, yet it is often empty, as the people engaged in the institution spend more time outside the building.

CHRISTMAS IN POLAND

Publication Date: December 21, 2022

In every country, Christmas is celebrated differently. Depending on the tradition or religion, time, place and customs are different. In this article, we will shortly tell you how we celebrate Christmas in Poland.

On the Trail through Wrocław’s Bridges

Publication Date: December 19, 2022

Wroclaw has more bridges than any other city in Poland – as many as 101! And above that, it has 33 little footbridges which connect banks of numerous canals. The walking trail through Wrocław’s bridges is a great pleasure for the guests of our ISBA Conference 2033 – it is one of many options for leisure time during the afternoon.

The Respite Care Flat

Publication Date: December 2, 2022

This room saved my life – not only Agnieszka’s”- confessed Katarzyna Koszelnik in the conversation, which you can listen to by playing our audio. Agnieszka was born with Prader-Willi syndrome – a rare genetic disorder evoking, among others, perpetual hunger and behavioural disorders. Katarzyna has taken custody of her older sister after the death of their parents.

DWARVES

Publication Date: November 28, 2022

When you walk around Wrocław, little bronze figures of dwarves are sure to catch your attention. Even though they are only 30 centimetres tall, you cannot pass them up, as there are almost 400 of them. They’ve certainly made themselves feel at home in the city. You might find them near various monuments, galleries, universities and even in front of hotels and restaurants.

The importance of respite care for everyone - explains the Potrafię Pomóc Foundation Founder

Publication Date: November 7, 2022

1. Let us talk about respite services as such. What is especially notable in this kind of support? I believe respite services are a unique and much-needed form of support because they draw attention to a group of people who are often forgotten. The closest family members, those who provide care for people with disabilities on […]

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Respite care services - an interview with conference organizers Imago Foundation

Publication Date: November 7, 2022

The key objective is to support families and those caring for older people or people with disabilities, to enable them to regenerate, both mentally and physically, to mitigate stress involved in performing everyday tasks, so that they can function better as they fulfil various roles in life.

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