Degerfors

Degerfors is positioned above the national average in eldercare, with a rank of 79 out of 290 municipalities. The municipality reports a score of 55.4, reflecting its performance across various indicators. Based on data from 2022 to 2025, 13 key performance indicators (KPIs) were analyzed, revealing both strengths and areas requiring attention in the eldercare sector.

Within home care, Degerfors exhibits a notably higher proportion of individuals reporting severe issues related to anxiety, worry, or distress, at 5.8%, compared to the national average of 3.5%. Additionally, 10.4% of respondents indicate that their needs are well-adjusted to their circumstances, which is significantly above the national average of 7.4%. The shares of those experiencing severe loneliness (6.6%) also exceed the national figure of 4.7%. Moreover, 9.4% reported always receiving a good response, surpassing the national average of 7.4%. The perception of safety as either very secure stands at 10.2%, which is above the national average of 8.2%.

In the context of special housing for the elderly, the data show that 5% of respondents struggle with severe issues related to anxiety, which is notably below the national average of 6.4%. However, 10% of residents report always receiving a good response, which is slightly below the national average of 11.5%. Conversely, the collaboration with relatives is significantly higher in Degerfors, with 91.3% reporting good cooperation, compared to a national average of 83%. This highlights a strong community connection in support of eldercare.