How does specialized palliative home care (ASIH) work in Sweden?

Specialized palliative home care (ASIH – Avancerad sjukvård i hemmet) provides 24/7 medical and nursing coverage at home by hospital-level multidisciplinary teams, managing intravenous medications, complex pain relief, and emergency support at zero or standard subsidized co-pay costs.

What is närståendepenning (Carer's Allowance) in Sweden?

Närståendepenning is a state benefit administered by the Swedish Social Insurance Agency (Försäkringskassan), providing financial compensation (approx. 80% of income) for up to 100 days to family members taking leave from work to care for a seriously ill relative in end-of-life care.

Palliative Medicine & Patient Rights · Sweden Expat Guide

Palliative Care & Hospice in Sweden: ASIH, Rights & Care Pathways

Facing advanced illness with an international relative or navigating end-of-life care in Sweden? Here is how Sweden's world-class palliative care system, advanced home hospital care (ASIH), and carer leave rights operate.

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ASIH (Advanced Home Healthcare): Enables patients to stay comfortably at home with round-the-clock doctor and nurse visits.

Carer's Benefit (Närståendepenning): Up to 100 days of paid family leave from work to care for a dying loved one.