SABIEX Program Receives AFANTE 2026 Award

The Miguel Hernández University of Elche is honored for its work supporting the elderly.

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The SABIEX program from the Miguel Hernández University of Elche (UMH) has been honored with the AFANTE 2026 Award, presented by the Association of Relatives and Friends of Alzheimer's Patients of Alicante (AFA Alicante).

The award, granted in the Public Entity category, recognizes SABIEX's efforts in favor of the elderly, promoting active and healthy aging through training, research, scientific dissemination, and social participation.
The Vice-Rector for Culture, Equality, and Diversity at UMH, Susi Amorós, accepted the award.
The awarding of this prize also highlights the ongoing collaboration between SABIEX and AFA Alicante. Joint actions include hosting students from the Master's Degree in Gerontology and Health, developing a cognitive stimulation manual with proceeds benefiting AFA Alicante, participating in scientific conferences, and collaborating on research into the strengths of older adults during confinement.
Furthermore, SABIEX has contributed to initiatives aimed at improving care, such as the RealityCare.Te project.
Based on information from the official source: Universidad Miguel Hernández (UMH) (25/09/2026)