Seeblick Sursee

What Seeblick Sursee does

Seeblick Sursee (legal name: Gemeindeverband Seeblick Sursee) is a publicly-owned residential care and nursing facility located at Spitalstrasse 16b, Sursee, in the canton of Lucerne, Switzerland. It is structured as a municipal association (Gemeindeverband) governed by 11 member municipalities (Büron, Eich, Geuensee, Knutwil, Mauensee, Oberkirch, Rickenbach, Schenkon, Schlierbach, Sursee, and Triengen) under the presidency of Astrid Erni since January 2025. The organization operates a person-centered care model (Bezugspersonen-Pflege) and serves four overlapping customer segments: long-term elderly residents, short-term/respite care clients (7 days to 3 months), post-hospital acute and transitional care patients (2-3 weeks), and a specialized dementia ward (Geschützte Wohngruppe) with up to 6 protected single rooms operational since January 2016.

The service portfolio includes Langzeitpflege, Kurzzeitpflege, Akut- und Übergangspflege, Demenz care, in-house medical services delivered by three resident physicians (Dr. Ulrich Harte, Dr. Andreas Bohl, Dr. Josef Wey) with weekly rounds, Seelsorge (interprofessional spiritual care), physiotherapy delivered through a partnership with Spital LUKS Sursee, a daily Aktivitäten program (exercise groups, music, baking, therapy dog visits), an on-site Kafi Geissblatt café, and supporting services including hairdressing, podology, and meals prepared by the hospital kitchen. Vocational training (AGS, FaGe, HF), internships, and a volunteer program round out the operational ecosystem. Revenue is generated through regulated monthly care fees set in the annual Taxordnung, varying by room type (standard, lake view, balcony), care level, and service package. Distribution is direct: residents are admitted via inquiry, hospital discharge planning through Spital LUKS Sursee, or referrals from the 11 member municipalities' social services. The facility is operating at full capacity with no available beds reported, and was awarded 1st place in the Swiss Arbeitgeber Award 2025.

The technology footprint is non-clinical and limited to standard website tooling: Google Analytics for visitor tracking, embedded YouTube-hosted virtual tours, online admission forms, and downloadable brochures. No AI/ML, proprietary software, or clinical technology platforms are disclosed. Financial details are not publicly reported. The organization is led operationally by Geschäftsleiterin Elke Hönekopp with Priska Eicher as deputy and Brigitte Steiger heading finance; the Verbandsleitung (association board) is composed of municipal delegates including President Astrid Erni (Schenkon) and Vice President Roland Achermann (Geuensee).

Name

Seeblick Sursee

Legal name

Gemeindeverband Seeblick Sursee

Website

https://seeblick.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Seeblick Sursee is a publicly-owned municipal care and nursing facility in Sursee, Switzerland, governed by an 11-municipality association and delivering long-term, short-term, acute/transitional, and dementia care to elderly residents and post-hospital patients in the canton of Lucerne.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Elderly Residential Care and Nursing Home Services

NAICS

Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly (623312), Nursing and Residential Care Facilities (623), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120)

SIC

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

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYHLADABAD

Luxury / High-End Assisted Living Communities

Healthcare & Life Sciences/Elder Care & Long-Term Care/Assisted Living Facilities

SECONDARYHSABAIAD

Chronic Care & Complex Care Management

Home & Personal Services/Elder Care & In-Home Care Services/Care Coordination & Geriatric Care Management

Keywords

• Residential elderly care
• Nursing home services
• Dementia care
• Respite care
• Transitional post-hospital care

Headquarters

HQ city

Sursee

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Long-term care fees: Permanent residence care fees for elderly residents including room, board, nursing care, and activities. Fees are regulated by the municipal association and outlined in annual tax schedules.
2. Short-term care fees: Temporary stays of 7 days to 3 months for respite care or recovery periods. Billed according to the facility's fee schedule.
3. Acute and transitional care (AÜP): Care for patients transitioning from hospital to home, lasting 2-3 weeks. Partially funded by the patient themselves.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Seeblick Sursee is a public municipal nursing and care home providing 24/7 residential care for elderly residents in single rooms with private bathrooms, complemented by short-term respite stays, a protected dementia living group, and acute/transitional post-hospital care. Services include on-site medical care by three resident physicians, physiotherapy in cooperation with Spital LUKS Sursee, pastoral care, activation programs, an on-site café, and ancillary services such as hairdressing, podology, and meals from a hospital kitchen. The organization is governed by an 11-municipality association (Gemeindeverband) and applies a person-centered Bezugspersonen-Pflege model.

Product overview

Seeblick Sursee is a residential care and nursing facility providing comprehensive elderly care services through multiple integrated offerings. The core portfolio includes Langzeitpflege (long-term care), Kurzzeitpflege (short-term/respite care), and a specialized Demenz unit (dementia care with protected living group). Supporting services include Akut- und Übergangspflege (transitional care), medical services delivered by three resident physicians, Seelsorge (spiritual care), and Aktivitäten (activity programs). Amenities include the Kafi Geissblatt café and additional services such as hairdressing, podology, and meals. The facility also offers virtual tours, volunteer programs, and vocational training placements. All services operate under a person-centered care model (Bezugspersonen-Pflege) focusing on individual biography and relationship-based care.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Langzeitpflege (Long-term Care) Permanent residential care for elderly individuals who can no longer live independently at home, provided in single rooms with private bathroom facilities, many offering lake views and some with balconies. Includes 24/7 nursing, medical coverage, meals, activation program, and pastoral care.
• Kurzzeitpflege (Short-term / Respite Care) Temporary care stays from 7 days to 3 months, used for caregiver relief or bridge placements; residents stay in single rooms (with lake view where available) and receive the same nursing, meals, and activities as long-term residents.
• Geschützte Wohngruppe (Protected Dementia Living Group) A secured residential group for people with dementia, established January 2016, housing up to 6 residents in single rooms with private shower and toilet, including freely accessible outdoor area and care that promotes autonomy within a protected environment.
• Akut- und Übergangspflege (Acute and Transitional Care) Post-hospital care of up to 2-3 weeks for patients who cannot yet return home, delivered in furnished rooms with TV and radio on a dedicated transitional unit, with physiotherapy from Spital LUKS Sursee; partially self-financed by the patient.
• Medizinische Versorgung (In-house Medical Care) In-house primary medical care delivered by three resident physicians (Dr. Ulrich Harte, Dr. Andreas Bohl, Dr. Josef Wey) working with nursing staff, conducting weekly rounds and monthly grand rounds where family members can participate.
• Seelsorge (Spiritual Care) Interprofessional spiritual care available to residents, relatives, and staff regardless of denomination, culture, or nationality, including support in crises and palliative situations, regular worship services, and connections to other religious representatives.
• Aktivitäten-Programm (Daily Activation Program) Structured daily activation program offering communal crafting, exercise groups, memory training, singing, baking and cooking on the wards, therapy dog (Herzenshund) visits, walks with volunteers, and rickshaw excursions, with a seasonal calendar published on the website.
• Kafi Geissblatt (On-site Café) On-site café open daily from 13:30 to 17:00 serving coffee and desserts, with a sunny terrace overlooking the lake and mountains during warm months, also hosting events and concerts.
• Aus- und Weiterbildung (Vocational Training in Care Professions) Vocational training and continuing education for healthcare careers including Assistant in Health and Social Work (AGS), Healthcare Specialist (FaGe), and Advanced Specialist in Nursing (HF), with internship placements in care and household services.

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Spital LUKS Sursee (Luzerner Kantonsspital)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerClose operational partnership with regional hospital for acute care patient transfers and physiotherapy services. Physiotherapy from Spital LUKS Sursee is available to residents during acute and transitional care stays. Monthly large rounds include Angehörigen (family members). Hospital discharge planners coordinate with facility for smooth transitions.
• Gemeindeverband Seeblick (Municipal Association)coreOthersSeeblick is owned and governed by a municipal association (Gemeindeverband) comprising 11 municipalities: Büron, Eich, Geuensee, Knutwil, Mauensee, Oberkirch, Rickenbach, Schenkon, Schlierbach, Sursee, and Triengen. Each municipality has designated delegates who serve on the association board.
• Truvag Treuhand und Revisions AGminorOthersExternal auditing firm serving as the official auditor (Revisionsstelle) for the municipal association.
• Spitalküche (Hospital Kitchen)minorOthersCatering partnership providing meals to residents. Residents choose from a wide culinary selection including special diets (diabetes, lactose-free, etc.).

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Senevita AG: Senevita operates residential care and assisted living facilities across Switzerland with a similar model of long-term care, short-term stays, and dementia care. It is one of the largest private Swiss elder care operators and the most direct comparable to Seeblick's service model.
• Bethesda Alterszentren AG: Bethesda operates a network of municipally-affiliated care homes in the Basel region offering long-term residential care, dementia care, and palliative services. Its service mix and Swiss-German community ownership model are direct parallels to Seeblick.
• Domicil Bern AG: Domicil is a municipal-owned care home operator in the Canton of Bern, providing long-term care, short-term care, and dementia care. Its ownership structure (community-owned) and operating model are closely comparable to Seeblick's municipal association framework.
• Tertianum Group: Tertianum is a premium Swiss retirement and care provider offering residential living, assisted living, and skilled nursing across multiple sites. Its premium positioning with lifestyle amenities (lake views, restaurants, activities) closely parallels Seeblick's high-end assisted living model.

Broad incumbents

• Korian Switzerland: Korian is one of Europe's largest elder care operators with a presence in Switzerland providing nursing homes, assisted living, and home care services. While it operates at a larger scale than Seeblick, it competes in the same Swiss residential care market segment.
• Orpea Switzerland (Clariane): Orpea (now Clariane) is a major European elder care operator with Swiss facilities offering nursing care, assisted living, and specialized dementia care. It competes for residents and talent in the same Swiss market and represents the scaled private operator model that Seeblick cannot match.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles19 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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