š©āāļø The need for healthcare staff remains high. International care workers from countries such as India and the Philippines can help address this shortage ā provided it is done correctly, sustainably, and with a human-centered approach. š
VZW Chinta organizes these pathways from A to Z for employers in Flanders, together with its dedicated team and members. Quality, guidance, and reciprocity are central throughout the process. From selection and training to language support, integration, housing, and administrative assistance: every step of the trajectory is carefully managed.
International recruitment should never be driven solely by the needs of Flanders. It must create added value for the candidate, the healthcare organization, and the country of origin.
On Thursday, May 21, we had the pleasure of welcoming Flemish Minister Hilde Crevits to the residential care center Kasteeldomein Patershof in Beernem. The focus was on a topic that is becoming increasingly important in healthcare: ethical labor migration.
During the visit, both the opportunities and the challenges were discussed in depth: language support, diploma recognition, administrative procedures, housing, and family reunification. Only through sustainable collaboration can we build strong and future-oriented healthcare. š
Watch the full video report of VRT news through the following link:
https://www.vrt.be/vrtnws/nl/kijk/2026/05/21/video-verpleegkundigen-buitenlands-hulp-tekort?autoplay=true
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