On 29 September 2025, Isabelle von Saenger, postdoctoral researcher at the Aging Research Center (ARC) at Karolinska Institutet, had the opportunity to share key insights from her thesis examining the evolution of care provision for older people in Sweden over the past three decades. The event, coordinated by Omsorgsforum, brought together an influential group of stakeholders committed to shaping the future of elderly care.
Isabelle von Saenger 's presentation sparked a lively panel discussion, featuring leaders from civil society, professional practice, and the political arena. Among the panellists were Maria Larsson, President of SPF Seniorerna; Liselotte Björk, founder of Seniorglädje and former Chair of the Swedish Dementia Association; Tobias Smedberg, Chair of the Committee on Primary Care and Elderly Care at SKR; Nike Örbrink, Member of the same committee; and Anna Tenje, Minister for Older People and Social Security.
The conversation delved into a range of pressing and complex challenges currently facing care for older people, exploring how collective thinking and collaboration can address future needs. One particularly meaningful moment was when Isabelle von Saenger handed over her doctoral thesis to Minister for Older People and Social Security Anna Tenje, highlighting the importance of research-driven policy development.
The full seminar, which offers a comprehensive look at the issues discussed and the perspectives shared, is available to view online (YouTube): Omsorgens gränser - om likvärdighet, behov och vardagens verklighet (YouTube)
