{"id":1656,"date":"2026-09-11T08:39:49","date_gmt":"2026-09-11T06:39:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/samhallets-stod\/"},"modified":"2026-10-20T23:08:47","modified_gmt":"2026-10-20T21:08:47","slug":"public-support","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/foreningenfvo.se\/en\/public-support\/","title":{"rendered":"Public support"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Public support<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n\n

If you\u2019re struggling to make ends meet, there are several places you can turn to for help. Here we\u2019ve gathered some organisations and services that can help you find the support you need.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Swedish Social Insurance Agency<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n

The Swedish Social Insurance Agency (F\u00f6rs\u00e4kringskassan) provides different types of benefits and financial support, for example if you\u2019re ill, have children or have a disability. You can also find out which benefits you may be entitled to and how to apply.<\/p>\n

Learn more at the Swedish Social Insurance Agency \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Social services<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n

Your local municipality\u2019s social services can help if you\u2019re facing financial or social difficulties. You can apply for social assistance and get advice about other support available to you.<\/p>\n

You can find contact details for social services on your municipality\u2019s website.<\/p>\n

Read about social services in different languages \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Managing your money and debts<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n

Do you have debts you\u2019re struggling to pay or need help managing your money? All municipalities offer free budget and debt advice, where you can get help based on your financial situation.<\/p>\n

We\u2019ve also put together some tips to help you manage your money.<\/p>\n

See our money tips \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Need help paying for dental care?<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n

Dental care can be expensive, and prices can vary between dentists. If you need dental treatment but are struggling to afford it, you may be able to apply for financial support from FVO.<\/p>\n

On our dental care page, you can find out more about what to consider and what you need to know when applying for support.<\/p>\n

Learn more about financial support for dental care \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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More places to get help<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n

There are several public agencies and organisations that can help you with questions about money, work, pensions, insurance and other things that may affect your finances. Here are some places where you can find more information and get help.<\/p>\n