Smedjebacken

Smedjebacken is positioned in the Top 10% nationally for eldercare, demonstrating strong outcomes based on available indicators. Notably, 75.2% of residents report that eldercare functions well in the municipality, which is significantly above the national average of 58.6%. The municipality's costs for home care service per user amount to SEK 326,175.9, which is notably below the national average of SEK 427,827.2, indicating efficient management of resources.

However, some aspects present challenges. For instance, the proportion of individuals experiencing severe anxiety, worry, or distress in home care is 4.5%, significantly higher than the national average of 3.5%. Furthermore, 9.8% of respondents indicated always receiving a good reception in home care services, which exceeds the national average of 7.4%. Additionally, 9.4% reported that their needs are adapted in home care, also above the national average of 7.4%.

In terms of feelings of safety in home care, 10.3% of residents feel very secure, surpassing the national figure of 8.2%. Conversely, 5.9% of respondents reported severe feelings of loneliness, higher than the national average of 4.7%. Regarding residential care, the proportion of those experiencing severe anxiety, worry, or distress is 4%, which is significantly lower than the national average of 6.4%. This mixed picture indicates both strengths and areas where improvement is needed.