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Sarpsborg kommune changes its policy regarding self-payment for safety alarms. The alarm will be free when it is part of necessary health and care services. This change applies to people who currently have or recently had such an alarm. Residents can benefit from this update concerning essential healthcare support in the area.
Sarpsborg (official) · Oct 12, 2026Sarpsborg's volunteer center started digital foster care every Monday afternoon. These free sessions assist with questions about mobile phones, tablets, and personal computers. A 'digital coffee' also happens on Thursdays for conversation and data assistance. Residents needing technical support can access help through the local volunteer center.
Sarpsborg (official) · Oct 12, 2026KRED Norge presented Sarpsborg's community plan at the Esport Research Network Conference 2026 in Japan. The discussion covered how data culture can aid local development and inclusion efforts. This work resulted in visible local outcomes for the municipality to share internationally.
Sarpsborg (official) · Oct 12, 2026Sarpsborg municipality began using a digital solution for companion passes. This new method lets people needing help bring companions to events at reduced or free cost. Although physical cards remain available, the primary format is now electronic. People attending cultural and leisure activities can use this updated system.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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