What Stora Sköndal Foundation does

Stiftelsen Stora Sk\u00f6ndal is an id\u00e9buren (idea-driven) and non-dividend-distributing foundation headquartered in Sk\u00f6ndal, southern Stockholm, operating since 1905. It runs an integrated portfolio of welfare services in the Stockholm metropolitan area, serving elderly persons (six care homes in Sk\u00f6ndal, Nacka, and Tyres\u00f6), younger persons with dementia (day service Dagliljan and 25-apartment residential facility Bj\u00f6rkg\u00e5rden), adults with mental illness (Pilbacken 24-hour support residence, Nybacken), individuals with autism spectrum disorder or intellectual disabilities (\u00c5ngermannagatans gruppbostad, group homes), children (F\u00f6rskolan Borgen and Tollare f\u00f6rskola), and general patients through the Sk\u00f6ndals husl\u00e4karmottagning primary care clinic transferred into the foundation in 2021. Adjacent services include a 40-year-old neurological rehabilitation clinic, nature-based "Green Rehabilitation" for newly arrived immigrants, a youth recreation program (Himmel och pannkaka), a diaconal unit with charitable activities, and the Villan second-hand shop run by social psychiatry participants. No proprietary technology platforms, software products, or AI/ML systems are described; the operating model is conventional care delivery supported by qualified clinical and care staff, with several sites certified under the Silviahemmet dementia-care standard. There are no proprietary software products, patents, or technology platforms disclosed.\n\nThe foundation's commercial model is B2G/government-anchored: it is funded primarily through municipal care-purchasing contracts (Stockholm, Nacka, and Tyres\u00f6 municipalities for elderly care, LSS disability support, and social psychiatry) and regional healthcare contracts with Region Stockholm (primary care and vaccination services). Access is mediated by municipal care decisions (bist\u00e5ndsbeslut) under the Social Services Act (SoL), with individuals not paying directly. Diaconal and community services, including the youth program and charitable activities, sit alongside as professionally delivered services funded through IOP (id\u00e9buret offentligt partnerskap) agreements. The foundation is a member of V\u00e5rdf\u00f6retagarna (Sweden's largest private-care industry association) and is co-owner of Marie Cederschi\u00f6ld h\u00f6gskola alongside three other care foundations, providing a pipeline for staff and joint research. All surplus is reinvested into mission delivery rather than distributed. Separately, the foundation's subsidiary Stora Sk\u00f6ndal Framtidsutveckling is developing foundation land at Drevviken into a mixed-use urban district of approximately 4,400 homes and 1,500 workplaces by 2035 through partnerships with IKANO Bostad, Einar Mattsson, and JM.

Name

Stora Sköndal Foundation

Legal name

Stiftelsen Stora Sköndal

Website

https://storaskondal.se

Company type

Private

Founded year

1905

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Stiftelsen Stora Sk\u00f6ndal is a non-profit Stockholm-area foundation operating elderly care homes, dementia services, neurological rehabilitation, social psychiatry housing, autism/LSS group homes, preschools, and primary care, funded primarily through municipal and regional public-sector contracts.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Social Care and Healthcare Services

NAICS

Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly (623312), Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse Facilities (6232), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (62412)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050), Services-Skilled Nursing Care Facilities (8051)

akta.pro primary industry

Disability Services & Independent Living Support (BPAGACAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Special Education, Disability Support & Inclusive Education Nonprofits (BPAGADAH), Community Foundations (BPAGAKAB)

Keywords

• Elderly care services
• Neurological rehabilitation
• Social psychiatry support
• Dementia care housing
• Values-based preschool education

Headquarters

HQ city

Stockholm

HQ country

Sweden

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Municipal Care Contracts: Revenue generated through contracts with Stockholm municipality and other municipalities for elderly care, disability support (LSS), and social psychiatry services. Services are provided based on municipal funding decisions and individual care plans.
2. Healthcare Services Revenue: Revenue from Region Stockholm for healthcare services including primary care (husläkarmottagning) and neurological rehabilitation services.
3. Diaconal and Community Services: Diaconal services funded through various partnerships and community support programs including the Himmel och pannkaka youth activity program.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Stora Sköndal Foundation is a non-profit, idea-driven foundation that operates a portfolio of care, support, education, and social services across the greater Stockholm area. Its core offerings include elderly residential care homes (six facilities), a neurological rehabilitation clinic, day and residential care for younger people with dementia, social psychiatry support housing (including 24-hour staffed residences and group homes for adults with autism or intellectual disabilities), values-based preschools, a primary care health clinic, and diaconal/community outreach services.

Product overview

Stiftelsen Stora Sköndal is a non-profit, values-driven organization operating a diverse portfolio of care, support, education, and social services. The organization operates as a single unified foundation with multiple specialized facilities and programs including: elderly care homes (Äldreomsorg) with six facilities in southern Stockholm, Nacka, and Tyresö; the Neurological Rehabilitation Clinic with 40 years of experience; day and residential care for younger people with dementia (Dagliljan and Björkgården); two preschools (Förskolan Borgen and Tollare förskola) known for values-based education; social psychiatry services including 24-hour staffed support housing (Pilbacken) and group homes (Ångermannagatans gruppbostad); a primary care clinic (Sköndals husläkarmottagning); green rehabilitation programs; youth recreational activities (Himmel och pannkaka); and diaconal services. The facilities are located in the Sköndal area south of Stockholm, near Lake Drevviken, with the area undergoing urban development to create a new sustainable district.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Dagliljan: Day service for younger persons with dementia disease (under 65 years)
• Björkgården
• Pilbacken
• Nybacken
• Förskolan Borgen
• Tollare förskola

Products and services

• Äldreomsorg (Elderly Care) Comprehensive residential elderly care services including six care homes across southern Stockholm, Nacka, and Tyresö, offering assisted living, daily activities, and end-of-life care for older adults through municipal care contracts.
• Neurological Rehabilitation Clinic Specialized rehabilitation clinic for patients recovering from neurological conditions such as stroke, Parkinson's disease, and Huntington's disease, offering intensive group-based therapy programs for over 40 years.
• Dagliljan (Day Service for Younger People with Dementia) Silviahemmet-certified day service for individuals under 65 years with dementia disease, providing structured daily activities including cooking, crafts, music, walks, and outings, serving participants with SoL or LSS decisions.
• Björkgården (Residential Care for Younger People with Dementia) Permanent residential care facility with 25 spacious apartments for younger individuals with dementia, located near nature trails, swimming areas, and a café.
• Pilbacken Stödboende (Pilbacken 24-hour Support Housing) 24-hour staffed support housing for adults with mental illness, offering round-the-clock qualified staff support based on individualized resident needs.
• Ångermannagatans Gruppbostad (Group Home) Group home for individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, providing residential support and care with focus on trust-building and independence.
• Förskolan Borgen (Preschool Borgen) Values-based preschool in Sköndal focused on inclusion and systematic values work using drama, picture support, and sign language for young children.
• Tollare Förskola (Tollare Preschool) Values-based preschool in Nacka awarded the LÄRA prize 2022 for outstanding work on inclusion and safety for young children.
• Sköndals Husläkarmottagning (Sköndal Health Center) Primary care clinic offering general medical services, integrated into Region Stockholm's vaccination planning and providing general health advice and treatment to registered patients.
• Grön Rehabilitering (Green Rehabilitation) Nature-based rehabilitation program targeting newly arrived immigrants experiencing migration stress, mental health issues, and distance from the labor market, using gardening, forest exposure, physical activity, and creative nature-based activities.
• Himmel och Pannkaka (Youth Leisure Activity) Weekly recreational activity for youth aged 14-25 with disabilities, operated as an IOP (Ideell Offentlig Partnerskap) partnership, offering soup, pancakes, games, crafts, and social events.
• Villans Second Hand Second-hand shop operated by participants from the Villan occupational activity service for people in social psychiatric care, open Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
• Diakonala Enheten (Diaconal Unit) Diaconal services including support for relatives, charitable activities, and community outreach programs such as the SVT Demenskören continuation and Christmas gift collection for children in Ukraine.

Quantifiable outcome

• Idéeburna (non-profit) elderly care facilities maintain higher quality than both public and private for-profit alternatives.

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Sköndals IK Fotboll (Sköndals Fotboll)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 April 2024Stora Sköndal serves as main sponsor for Sköndals IK Fotboll, the largest sports club in Sköndal with approximately 700 active members aged 5-17. The foundation is also the largest contributor to Sköndalsfonden, a fund helping families with limited financial resources cover membership fees, training clothes, and equipment.
• WONSA (World of No Sexual Abuse)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 June 2021Partnership with WONSA and Marie Cederschiöld högskola to develop a national center for clinical methodology, research, education, and treatment for sexual violence survivors. Aim to address the gap in specialized care where over 1000 survivors are on waiting lists.
• Samordningsförbundet, Stockholm Stad, ArbetsförmedlingenminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 October 2017Partnership for 'Green Rehabilitation' (Grön rehabilitering) targeting newly arrived immigrants with migration stress, motivational challenges, mental health issues, and those far from the labor market. Uses gardening activities, forest exposure, physical activity, and creative activities in nature.
• VårdföretagarnacoreOthersStora Sköndal is a member of Vårdföretagarna, the largest industry organization for private healthcare and care providers in Sweden. The organization represents approximately 100,000 years of employment in the sector and sets high standards for member companies including quality management systems, ethical guidelines, financial transparency, and compliance requirements.
• Marie Cederschiöld högskola (formerly Ersta Sköndal Bräcke högskola)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStora Sköndal is one of four owners of Marie Cederschiöld högskola (previously Ersta Sköndal Bräcke högskola), along with Ersta diakoni, Bräcke diakoni, and Stockholms sjukhem. The university provides education in healthcare, social work, theology, and diaconal studies. Stora Sköndal participates in joint research projects and educational initiatives.
• Stockholm Stad (Stockholm Municipality)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPrimary municipal partner providing funding and care decisions for elderly care, disability services (LSS), and social psychiatry services. Stora Sköndal operates services under municipal procurement contracts.
• Region StockholmcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional healthcare authority providing contracts for primary care (husläkarmottagning) and participating in vaccination programs. Sköndals husläkarmottagning transferred to Stiftelsen Stora Sköndal's management on January 1, 2021.
• Himmel och pannkaka IOP partnersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership including Svenska kyrkan/Farsta församling, Farsta fritid, and Enskede-Årsta-Vantörs stadsdelsförvaltning for the 'Himmel och pannkaka' leisure activity for youth with disabilities aged 14-25. Operates as an IOP (idéburet offentligt partnerskap).
• Fazer (Food Services)minorOthersFazer operates the café and restaurant services at Kristinahuset, serving pastries, lunch, and snacks during weekdays and weekends. Café opened September 23, 2017 with over 600 visitors at premiere.
• IKANO Bostad, Einar Mattsson, JMminorOthersBuilding developers for the first construction phase (Magnoliatomten) of the Framtidens Stora Sköndal urban development project. Together building approximately 280 apartments, elderly care facility, LSS housing, and commercial spaces.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Attendo: Largest listed Nordic private care provider, operating elderly care, disability services (LSS), and social psychiatry across Sweden, Finland, and Denmark. A direct competitor for municipal contracts across most of Stora Sköndal's service lines.
• Capio: Major Swedish/European healthcare provider with primary care and specialist services. Overlaps with Stora Sköndal via Sköndals husläkarmottagning (primary care) and the broader Region Stockholm contract landscape.
• Ambea: Listed Swedish care group operating elderly care and disability services (LSS/socialpedagogik) under brands such as Vardaga and Nytida. A leading for-profit competitor in elderly care and disability segments where Stora Sköndal operates.
• Humana: Nordic-listed care provider focused on personal assistance, elderly care, and individual & family services. Operates in Sweden and adjacent Nordics and overlaps with Stora Sköndal's disability and elderly service lines.

Direct peers

• Bräcke diakoni: Swedish non-profit foundation operating elderly care, disability services, and social services primarily in western Sweden. Co-owner of Marie Cederschiöld högskola, sharing both governance ties and an idéburen care model.
• Frösunda: Swedish care provider specializing in disability services (LSS) and social psychiatry, with strong municipal contract base. A focused competitor particularly in the group home and social psychiatry segments where Stora Sköndal operates Pilbacken and Ångermannagatan.
• Stockholms Sjukhem: Stockholm-based non-profit foundation providing elderly care, palliative care, rehabilitation, and primary care. The fourth co-owner of Marie Cederschiöld högskola and a direct analogue in services, geography, and non-profit status.
• Ersta diakoni: Swedish idéburen non-profit foundation providing elderly care, social psychiatry, disability services, and healthcare across Stockholm. Co-owner of Marie Cederschiöld högskola with Stora Sköndal and the most direct peer in mission, governance, and service mix.
• Förenade Care: Swedish private care operator providing elderly care and social services across municipalities. Competes with Stora Sköndal for Stockholm-region elderly care contracts.

Regional players

• Tiohundra: Publicly-owned integrated care provider in Norrtälje municipality offering primary care, elderly care, and social services under one organization. Comparable in service breadth and Swedish municipal context, though a different geographic focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

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