Maite Mallentjer

Maite Mallentjer has been a Lecturer in the bachelor's programs for Social Educational Care Work and Orthopedagogy at Artesis Plantijn University College in Antwerp since 2007. She holds a Master's degree in Psychology from Ghent University (1997). Her career includes roles as a psychologist in geriatric psychiatry (1997–1999), vocational education instructor, and special youth care worker. She specializes in lifespan psychology, elderly care, and supervision/coaching, contributing to curricula like 'elderly care in society' through field collaboration.

Education:

• Master's in Psychology, Ghent University (1997)

Research Interests: Focuses on factors enabling elderly to feel at home in residential care (via COBIADO project), integration of care/welfare in orthopedagogy, and stress management training for care leaders. Professionalizes supervision and pedagogical support methodologies.

Projects & Affiliations:

• Member of Knowledge Centre iSOS
• COBIADO (2013–2017): Elderly care environment research
• CforC (2023–2025): Attracting youth to aging sector
• More Integration of Care and Welfare (2020–2022)