A recent survey conducted by Maaseudun Tulevaisuus reveals that a significant majority of Finns, about two-thirds, do not trust the safety of care provided to the elderly. Only 28% of the respondents reported confidence in elderly care, while 6% were undecided. The survey highlights a concerning trend regarding public perception and trust in a critical aspect of social welfare.

The survey results indicated a notable gender difference in perceptions of elderly care safety, with 74% of women expressing distrust compared to 58% of men. This disparity suggests that women either have more direct experience or are more sensitive to issues within the care system. Additionally, confidence in elderly care appears to decrease steadily with the age of respondents, raising alarms about the adequacy of care as the population ages.

Conducted by Kantar Agri with over 1,000 participants, the survey was carried out in mid-February and carries a margin of error of 3 percentage points. These findings underscore the urgent need for improvements in the elderly care system in Finland to restore public confidence and ensure the safety of vulnerable populations.