Needs-Assessed Sheltered Housing (Social Services Act)
Needs-assessed sheltered housing (biståndsbedömt trygghetsboende) is a form of housing for elderly persons regulated under Chapter 26, Section 1, paragraph 2 of the Social Services Act (SoL). The operation requires a permit from the Health and Social Care Inspectorate (IVO) and offers elderly persons the opportunity to live in an environment with services and security.
The difference between ordinary housing and needs-assessed sheltered housing is that the elderly person gains access to communal meals, cultural activities, and social interaction in a safe living environment. The operation must be conducted in accordance with the Social Services Act's requirements for quality and safety.
Permit Requirements
- Legal basis: The operation must be conducted under Chapter 26, Section 1, paragraph 2 of the Social Services Act (SoL).
- Target group: The housing is intended for elderly persons assessed as needing sheltered housing.
- Operator: The applicant must be suitable to operate the activity and meet IVO's requirements.
- Quality and safety: The operation must meet the Social Services Act's requirements for good quality and safety.
Application Procedure
- Application: Submitted to the Health and Social Care Inspectorate (IVO).
- Assessment: IVO assesses whether the operator is suitable and whether the operation meets legal requirements.
- Supervision: IVO supervises the operation after the permit is granted.
- Conditions: IVO may set conditions for the permit regarding quality, staffing, and safety.