Peggy Lavaerts

Peggy Lavaerts possesses extensive experience in geriatrics and nursing, currently serving as a geriatrics support team nurse at Sint-Trudo Ziekenhuis since October 2008. In addition to this role, Peggy is an author, having published "Het Grote Valpreventiespel" and a reading book titled "Vandaag is mijn Vierdag" through Uitgeverij Pelckmans since April 2018, focusing on fall prevention for the elderly. Furthermore, Peggy co-founded the non-profit initiative "Een Noot Voor Dementie" in October 2017, which aims to support caregivers of individuals with dementia. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor in Geriatric Care from Hogeschool PXL (2010-2012) and a Bachelor in Nursing from Sint Aloysius Instituut Lier (1985-1988).