This is done in order to accommodate the preference of senior citizens to reamin in their own homes. Therefore, the municipalities have developed a wide range of services aimed at helping these elderly people to help themselves. These include assistance with cleaning, shopping, washing, preparation of meals, and personal hygiene and care.

When elderly people are in need of another living situation, due to health reasons, a more suitable residence is offered. An array of possibilities is available based on each individual's needs and desires. Senior citizen residences, gated communities, assisted living units and nursing homes are designed especially for the elderly and disabled when they no longer can take care of themselves, offering a one- or two-room apartment, elevator, and emergency/contact system as well as social activities.