Sölvesborg Municipal Leaders Respond to Elderly Care Staffing Concerns
Sölvesborg's municipal government pledges to confront staffing and scheduling issues in elderly care following public criticism.
Key Points
- • Elderly care services in Sölvesborg criticized for poor conditions and staffing shortages.
- • Local leaders committed to developing solutions and reviewing staffing and scheduling.
- • A survey of staff to gather insights is underway, results expected after summer.
- • Goals include providing quality care and a supportive work environment for elderly care staff.
Elderly care services in Sölvesborg are facing significant scrutiny following complaints from staff and family members regarding inadequate care and poor working conditions. Among the main issues highlighted were staffing shortages, scheduling problems, and dissatisfaction related to vacation and leave policies. In light of these concerns, local government leaders and the municipal care committee, represented by Lina Jörnkrans (S) and Anders Fransson (M), have vowed to prioritize addressing these challenges.
The municipal leadership is actively involved in developing solutions aimed at improving the overall conditions of elderly care. They have initiated a review of staffing levels and the scheduling system that allows for last-minute work assignments. This review aims to ensure adequate staffing during periods of absence, thereby enhancing the quality of care provided to elderly residents.
In addition, the local government is conducting a survey among managers and staff to gather insights on their experiences with scheduling and planning. The results of this survey are expected to be available after the summer, providing further guidance on necessary improvements. Municipal leaders are determined to foster a supportive work environment for staff, ensuring residents receive high-quality care and enhancing the overall attractiveness of employment within the elderly care sector.
Despite existing constraints and regulations, the council remains motivated to implement measures that will attract professionals to the field while striving to avoid a return to problematic work arrangements like split shifts.