Access to health and care services for people in vulnerable situations

Last updated: 16.7.2025
Grant

This Horizon Europe grant initiative targets improving access to health and care services for people in vulnerable situations, addressing systemic inequalities through innovative and people-centred solutions. It aims to empower individuals and transform healthcare systems for greater equity and resilience across the EU and associated countries.

Who is Funded

This section outlines the target beneficiaries and overarching goals of the program, focusing on how its initiatives aim to address healthcare disparities and foster equitable access for all.

What is Funded

This section details the types of projects, thematic areas, and specific activities eligible for funding, alongside information on cost coverage and the developmental stages of supported initiatives.

Type and Scope of Funding

This section provides a clear overview of the financial support mechanisms available, including the type of instrument, the amount of funding per project, and expected project duration.

Conditions and Requirements

This section outlines the essential rules, regulations, and specific conditions that applicants and beneficiaries must adhere to throughout the application and project implementation phases.

Application Procedure

This section outlines the structured process for submitting proposals, detailing the evaluation methodology and how successful applicants are identified and informed.

This section identifies the foundational legal and official documents that establish and govern the funding program, ensuring transparency and adherence to European Union regulations.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Closed

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

6,000,000 €

Allocated Budget

Allocated Budget:

EUR 30,000,000

Open Until

Open Until:

31.12.2027

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

European Union, Associated Countries, and the United States of America

Sectors

Sectors:

Healthcare, Research and Development, Social Enterprises, Information and Communication Technology

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

People in vulnerable situations, migrants, Roma people, trans and intersex people, specific age and gender groups (e.g., elderly women), indigenous people, homeless people, people in poverty or at risk of poverty, people with disabilities, patients with complex conditions, and informal carers.

Application Type

Application Type:

Consortium Required

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Applied Research, Experimental Development, Pilot Testing, Implementation

Funding Provider

Program Level:

European Union

Funding Body:

European Commission

Managed By:

European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA)

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