Almost a half of the people surveyed (46%) know somebody elderly who has problems with carrying out everyday activities by themselves. These are things such as dealing with officialdom, shopping, cleaning, cooking, dressing and washing. Six percent of respondents said they experienced these problems themselves.

Based on what elderly people with these problems say themselves, the thing they need most is financial support. After that comes help with housework, dealing with doctors (navigating the health system) and officials, and getting advice.

More on this subject in the CBOS report.