The study investigates challenges faced by home care workers in Sweden, focusing on their in-home work environment both before and during the Covid-19 pandemic. Conducted in three regions, the research revealed that numerous issues, including ergonomics and safety, became more pronounced as the pandemic intensified. Concerns regarding infection risk were alarmingly high among both staff and recipients. The findings indicate a pressing need for interventions to improve work conditions and ensure the safety and wellbeing of home care workers moving forward.
The study reveals that problems with the in-home work environment for home care workers were prevalent before the pandemic and worsened significantly during it.
Concerns over Covid-19 infection risk were reported by 42% of staff and 50% of home care recipients, highlighting the urgent need for improved safety measures.
Comparative analysis showed that issues like non-ergonomic beds and impractical bathrooms increased notably during the pandemic, indicating a deteriorating work environment under stress.
Regional disparities were evident, with certain challenges being more common in specific areas, underscoring the need for targeted interventions in home care settings.
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