Elderly and ageing

Public health is improving and we are living longer. But while some older people can have a good and healthy life, life can be more difficult for others. Increasing knowledge about older people is important to improve their living conditions and to be able to meet the societal challenges we face.

What research is conducted?

Research about elderly and ageing is a broad and interdisciplinary field. This includes, for example, studies of

• the diseases of ageing
• the living conditions and role of the elderly in society
• involuntary loneliness and the mental health of the elderly
• the boundaries and interactions between healthcare and elderly care
• the challenges and opportunities of welfare technology.

The target group that the research focuses on is primarily people aged 65 and over, but the research can also concern those close the elderly person, such as relatives and staff in healthcare and care.

What does Forte do in this area?

Forte has since long funded research on the elderly and ageing. We conduct targeted investments, communicate research and work together with others to ensure that research has an increased impact in society with results that are used. Read more about Forte's mission at the link below.

Our mission

Statement of orientation

In 2023, Forte conducted work together with researchers and other stakeholders in the elderly field. Five areas were identified where the need for knowledge is particularly needed. The work led to a statement of orientation for the elderly field.

Statement of orientation for the elderly field (in Swedish) Pdf, 918.4 kB.