The senior housing units in the Boken neighborhood are located in the Vasastaden district, just a short walk from downtown Skövde. This quiet neighborhood in central Skövde, surrounded by turn-of-the-century villas, offers a welcoming environment with a distinctive character.
The apartments are spacious and offer good accessibility. An elevator and automatic door openers at the entrances make everyday life easier for those with limited mobility. Generously sized, glass-enclosed balconies allow you to enjoy pleasant moments throughout much of the year. A lush courtyard with beautiful
ornaments creates a cozy atmosphere in the outdoor setting.
The building has common areas that can be reserved for holidays or other festive occasions. At Boken, there is a restaurant that serves lunch to seniors, as well as a municipally run community center that offers social activities. The property also houses “Äldreboendet Boken,” a senior living facility with five units.
Standard apartments with greater security
To provide more seniors with access to suitable housing, the City of Skövde has converted a number of service apartments into what are known as “security housing.” Security housing refers to housing that meets requirements for good accessibility and safety, as well as proximity to social activities and community life.
No social services decision is required to live in a senior housing unit; anyone who has turned 70 can apply, and units are allocated through a waiting list system. For Skövde Municipality’s senior housing units, those who have turned 90 are given priority.
Owned by the municipality and leased by Skövdebostäder
Skövdebostäder manages the rental and waiting list for Skövde Municipality’s apartments in Sörbacka in Värsås, as well as Skövde Municipality’s senior housing in Boken and Bagaren in central Skövde, Käpplunda gärde in Skövde, Billingsdal in Timmersdala, and Solgården in Tidan. Once you are living in one of these apartments, you should contact Skövde Municipality.
