Region Stockholm Increases Funding for Cultural Activities in Healthcare to Enhance Patient Well-being
Region Stockholm raises its budget for cultural healthcare projects to 5.5 million kronor annually, introducing multi-year funding to enhance patient and staff well-being.
- • Region Stockholm increases annual cultural and healthcare support budget by 1.5 million kronor to 5.5 million kronor starting 2025.
- • From November 1, 2025, applicants can seek multi-year operational support lasting up to three years.
- • Funding targets cultural projects benefiting children and youth in pediatric hospitals, elderly patients, and individuals with mental illness.
- • Goal is to provide patients, staff, and relatives with regular access to cultural activities for improved well-being.
Key details
Region Stockholm has announced a significant boost in funding to support cultural activities within healthcare settings, with an emphasis on improving mental health and well-being. From November 1, 2025, organizations involved in cultural projects connected to healthcare will be able to apply for multi-year operational support, ranging from one to three years, allowing for more strategic and long-term planning.
The annual budget for this initiative has been increased by 1.5 million kronor, raising the total to 5.5 million kronor. This funding is aimed at ensuring that patients, healthcare staff, and their relatives have access to consistent cultural activities, which are recognized as beneficial for mental health and overall well-being.
The support is primarily targeted at projects focusing on children and youth in pediatric hospitals. However, it also extends to activities directed at elderly patients and individuals suffering from mental illness across various healthcare facilities in Region Stockholm. This inclusive approach highlights the region’s commitment to enhancing quality of life through cultural engagement for vulnerable populations.
This new multi-year funding scheme is designed to provide stability and enable organizations to develop sustained cultural interventions within healthcare environments, fostering better health outcomes. By integrating culture and healthcare, Region Stockholm continues to lead in innovative approaches to public health and patient care, as detailed in the official announcements published on October 24, 2025.