Preventive efforts in senior life

The efforts may consist of conversations or participation in joint events focusing on various themes.

The purpose is to support you in maintaining your well-being, independence, self-determination and quality of life for as long as possible. The preventive conversation is based on your current life situation, your wishes and your resources.

A preventive conversation can take place at the Health Center, in your home, by telephone or digitally – for example, as a virtual meeting.

What can a preventive conversation be about?

The preventive conversation is based on what is important to you. The conversation may include:

• your physical health, mental health and social well-being
• changes in your health and life situation
• grief or loss
• everyday life and opportunities to maintain your independence
• life stage transitions
• communities, volunteering and local activities
• municipal offers, local offers and other opportunities that can support your everyday life

We are happy to help you connect with relevant offers, activities and communities.

Who can be offered a preventive interview?

The offer is targeted at those of you who live in Sønderborg Municipality and have reached retirement age. You can be offered a preventive interview if there are changes in your everyday life, your health, your well-being, your social network or your functional ability.

• You will be contacted by the municipality if you are in a target group where we offer a preventive interview.
• You may be offered a preventive consultation if you are in a vulnerable life situation or experiencing major changes in your life.
• You, your relatives or relevant partners can contact you if you need a preventive conversation or guidance about relevant offers.

Can I contact you myself?

Yes. You are always welcome to contact the senior counselors if you would like to hear more about the possibility of a preventive conversation or would like to talk about your well-being. Relatives, neighbors or partners can also contact us if they are concerned about a citizen who may need support, guidance or bridging to relevant services.

Who doesn't get the offer?

You will not receive the offer if you already receive personal care and practical help. Here, your needs will be followed by the employees who are already around you. If you have questions or want to talk about your well-being, you are always welcome to contact them.

What can't the conversation be used for?

Home help, assistive devices or other services cannot be granted during the interview. We are happy to provide you with guidance on where to turn if you need support.