SOTE reform (Social and Health Care reform)

The SOTE reform (Social and Health Care reform) is a comprehensive change to Finland’s social and health services, aiming to improve access, efficiency, and equality. It shifts responsibility from individual municipalities to larger, regional entities to coordinate services like healthcare, social support, and elderly care. The reform seeks to streamline funding and decision-making, ensuring more consistent services across regions, reduce disparities, and better meet the needs of the population. Overall, SOTE aims to create a more unified, effective system that provides timely, high-quality care for all residents.