University of Malta and CareMalta Group, sign MoU to enhance residents’ safety

The Department of Health Systems Management and Leadership within the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Malta, and CareMalta Group (CareMalta and HILA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on enhancing safety protocols and practices within the facilities operated by CareMalta and HILA. The signing ceremony took place at the University of Malta on Monday 9 September, marking a significant step forward in advancing the safety and well-being of residents under their care.

The safety and well-being of residents and service users are paramount and this partnership aims at strengthening protocols and practices to ensure a safer environment.

University of Malta Rector, Prof. Alfred J. Vella fully endorsed the partnership while recognising that in fulfilling its civic duties, the university is acting as an agent of positive change, bridging that gap between knowledge and what society needs. It also contributes to public discourse on the matter of ageing by encouraging critical thinking and approaching the matter from a well-informed perspective.

The Chief Executive of CareMalta Group, James Sciriha, explained how the collaboration between the University of Malta, CareMalta, and HILA underlines a shared commitment to prioritizing resident safety and quality care. By combining academic expertise with practical implementation, this partnership aims to set a new benchmark in resident safety standards within Malta’s care sector.

The Memorandum of Understanding was signed by the University of Malta Rector, Prof. Alfred J. Vella, Dr Stephen Lungaro Mifsud, Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences, Prof. Sandra Buttigieg, Head of the Health Systems Management and Leadership Department and by James Sciriha, CareMalta Group CEO, Noel Borg, COO of CareMalta Group and Janet Silvio, CEO of HILA.