hjemmetjeneste
Hjemmetjeneste (Norwegian: home care service) refers to publicly organized services delivered in a person’s home to support daily living, health care and social needs. It is primarily aimed at older people, persons with disabilities, and those with short-term care needs after hospital discharge, enabling independent living and reducing the need for institutional care.
Typical services include personal care (bathing, dressing, toileting), nursing tasks (medication administration, wound care), practical assistance
In Norway, hjemmetjeneste is mainly organized and funded by municipalities under national health and care legislation;
Key issues affecting hjemmetjeneste include workforce shortages, quality variation between areas, funding pressures and the need