The report serves as an important tool in the municipality's decision-making and strategic planning.
Key findings:
- Living conditions: The number of young people at risk of exclusion is low.
- Lifestyles: The physical functioning of children and young people has declined.
- Health: The incidence of illness is lower than elsewhere in Finland.
- Quality of life: Being outdoors and having good relationships improve well-being.
- Mental health: The proportion of young people experiencing anxiety is stable.
- Implication: The experience of participation among local residents is at a good level.
- Safety: The feeling of safety, living environment and living conditions have the greatest impact on the well-being factors related to housing and safety for residents.
Conclusions and proposed measures:
Participation and community spirit
- Adult population participation is at a high level.
- Strengthening the participation of children and young people is important.
- Development of family center activities and making good operating models visible.
Everyday security
- Everyday life is safe, but long distances make access to services challenging.
- Anti-bullying plan and open communication are important.
Well-being of the mind
- Anxiety and depression in children and adolescents are highlighted.
- Loneliness of the elderly and changes in service structure are challenging.
- Investing in senior work and strengthening personnel skills.
Sobriety and healthy lifestyles
- Morbidity is lower than average.
- Substance use among children and adolescents has decreased.
- Immobility is a concern.
- Support for healthy lifestyles and providing information about leisure opportunities.
This extensive well-being report 2021–2025 will serve as the basis for the future municipal well-being plan for 2025–2029.
Extensive welfare report 2021-2025
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Antti Anttonen
welfare coordinator
Municipality of Hollola
