Norrköping Municipality is actively working to develop the community for the older population, focusing on improving living conditions and safeguarding interests and rights. Below are examples of age friendly activities introduced by Norrköping Municipality.
Norrköping Municipality offers day activities for people with dementia or physical disabilities. At the day-activity centers, participants can take part in activities based on their interests and abilities. These activities may include baking, walks, or light exercise. The purpose is to practice the skills participants already have and to keep both body and mind active.
The municipal meeting points invite older residents to enjoy an active leisure time and social interaction. Examples of activities at these meeting points include yoga, handicrafts, board games, and dancing. Two of the meeting points offers activities specifically for the Finnish minority population, as Norrköping Municipality is part of the administrative area for the Finnish language.
The “Fixartjänst” service is a free service for residents over the age of 69 who live in their own homes. Older residents can receive help with certain practical tasks, such as learning how to use a smartphone, putting up curtains, or changing light bulbs.
The Municipal Council for Senior Citizens is a forum for information and consultation, with representation from the municipality and pensioners’ organizations. The purpose of the council is to give pensioners’ organizations the opportunity to be involved in changes made by the municipality that affect their target groups.
Smartoteket is an inspiration environment for assistive devices. Here, residents can receive tips on products that can contribute to increased activity and participation. At Smartoteket, residents can try assistive devices, get tips on smart everyday products, find solutions for an independent daily life, and get inspiration on how to adapt their homes.
Norrköping Municipality will continue its work by involving older residents in current issues and including older residents from different parts of society, with diverse backgrounds, needs and interests.