Prioritizing Care: The Struggle for Vulnerable Individuals Amid Economic Constraints

In times of economic tightening, society's most vulnerable often find themselves at the bottom of the priority list. Susanne Mulder, CEO of Stiftelsen Linden, emphasizes that individuals with significant needs face the heightened risk of being reassigned from secure environments to what local municipalities often classify as equivalent care—typically at the lowest cost. "People are moved like pieces on a board in a system that does not consider relationships, security, or means of communication," Mulder warns, reflecting on the systemic challenges faced by those who require consistent support and understanding. Operations manager Moa Lindroos echoes these sentiments. She notes that the educational standards within these accommodations are often alarmingly low. This lack of training leads to poor comprehension of how implementing the right pedagogical approaches can mitigate risky behaviors among residents. "When security disappears, insecurity increases for everyone. However, we know that positive development can be reversed through knowledge and respect," Lindroos explains. Stiftelsen Linden’s approach hinges on the importance of creating long-term, individually tailored environments, underpinned by high competency, and notably devoid of restrictive measures. Mulder asserts that this commitment to fostering a secure environment is crucial in promoting the health and safety of residents. Ultimately, Mulder posits, it must be acceptable for society to incur costs to provide the right type of care. "People's value can never become a budget item," she concludes, underscoring a fundamental truth in the ongoing discourse regarding care for our most vulnerable populations. **About Stiftelsen Linden** Stiftelsen Linden operates LSS accommodations for individuals in group 1 according to LSS 99 and 910. For more information, visit www.stiftelsenlinden.se. Related Sources: • Source 1 • Source 2