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• SarpsborgHealth & WellnessOct 13

  Expanded Support for Relatives of People with Dementia in Sarpsborg

  In addition to the autumn support for relatives of dementia, a new low-threshold course called 'Vennekurs' is being offered. This course helps relatives and their acquaintances learn more about dementia from overlege Peter Bekkhus-Wetterberg.

• SarpsborgSocietyOct 12

  Youth Contacts in Sarpsborg: Being Present for Young People

  The youth contacts have been serving young people in Sarpsborg for 25 years. Their job involves being available, safe adults who can catch up with youth early and offer support and guidance. They work by being present in the environments where young people are.

• SarpsborgHealth & WellnessOct 12

  Sarpsborg kommune endrer praksis for egenbetaling for trygghetsalarmer

  Sarpsborg kommune endrer sin praksis angående egenbetaling for trygghetsalarmer. Etter ny veiledning fra Statsforvalter og Helsedirektoratet, skal trygghetsalarm være gratis når tjenesten inngår i nødvendige helse- og omsorgstjenester. Dette gjelder for de som har eller nylig har hatt en slik alarm.

• SarpsborgCultureOct 12

  Sarpsborg's Community Plan Featured at International Conference in Japan

  KRED Norge is invited to the Esport Research Network Conference 2026 in Japan to discuss how Sarpsborg's community plan has guided initiatives in data culture and esports. The work focused on questions like how data culture can aid inclusion and local development, resulting in visible local outcomes.

• SarpsborgSocietyOct 12

  Digital help available for mobile, tablet, or PC issues in Sarpsborg

  Sarpsborg's volunteer center has launched digital foster care sessions every Monday from 16:00 to 18:00. These sessions offer free help with questions about mobiles, tablets, and PCs. Additionally, a 'digital coffee' is held on Thursdays for conversation and data help.

• SarpsborgCultureOct 12

  Sarpsborg kommune implements digital solution for companion passes

  Sarpsborg municipality has started using a digital solution for companion passes. This allows individuals needing assistance to bring a companion to cultural and leisure events at free or reduced prices where the service is accepted. While physical cards can still be issued, the primary format is now digital.

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