This initiative in Akureyri is based on collaboration between local social services and health services. The goal is to encourage and enable individuals to maintain good health and independence for as long as possible, to contribute to older people's wellbeing and sense of security at home, to provide information about available services, and to provide general advice to older people. In Akureyri, preventative services have been established in collaboration with the department of housing within social services and the health services. Since the year 2000, this service has been available.

The goal is to encourage and enable people to maintain their health and independence for as long as possible, to contribute to their well-being and sense of security at home, to provide information about services, and to advise and support them. Furthermore, the goal is to gain an understanding of the situation of people over the age of 75 who have not applied for any support services, and to propose preventive measures if necessary.