Response on sexual crimes and safety in home care
The Kungsholmen District Council is set to review a response to a letter from the Sweden Democrats concerning serious allegations of sexual offenses and other crimes within home care services. The Sweden Democrats specifically inquired about conclusions drawn from reported criminal activity and how the safety of the elderly is ensured. The administration proposes the council approve a response stating that while criminal acts cannot be entirely eliminated, measures such as criminal record checks for new hires and thorough suitability assessments can minimize risks. The response also notes that elderly individuals and their relatives can report grievances to the home care provider or the police, and staff are legally obligated to report misconduct under Lex Sarah.
This summary is based on the meeting agenda. We'll update when the minutes are published.
The original document is available at
meetingspublic.stockholm.se.