Markaryd

Markaryd, a municipality in Kronoberg county, ranks in the Top 10% nationally for eldercare. The municipality's score of 66.6 reflects positively on its performance in this domain, based on data from 2022–2025. Several indicators show robust performance compared to national averages, indicating notable strengths in the quality of eldercare services provided to its residents.

According to the Medborgarundersökningen, 77.9% of respondents feel that eldercare functions well in Markaryd, significantly exceeding the national average of 58.6%. Additionally, when assessing the home care services, 9.1% of older adults reported always receiving good treatment, which is also significantly above the national average of 7.4%. The sense of safety is reinforced by a 9.9% share of residents feeling very secure, compared to the national average of 8.2%.

Economic considerations are represented as well, with the cost of home care per user at SEK 345,591.3, which is notably below the national average of SEK 427,827.2. This suggests that Markaryd manages its eldercare finances more efficiently than many other municipalities. Conversely, the percentage of individuals experiencing severe loneliness is lower, at 6.5%, compared to the national average of 4.7%. Further assessment reveals that 3.9% of respondents reported severe issues with anxiety, a figure notably above the national average of 3.5%.

Collaboration with relatives also scores well in Markaryd, with 96.7% of respondents from home care services stating there is good cooperation with family members, surpassing the national average of 86.4%. In special housing, the figure is similarly strong at 92%, compared to the average of 83%. Overall, these metrics create a comprehensive picture of the eldercare landscape, showcasing both areas of success and the complexities involved in service delivery.