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Apotek Hjärtat's 'Friendcare' Program Fights Workplace Loneliness

1/6/2026

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Apotek Hjärtat launched a pilot program called "friendcare" to reduce employee loneliness by providing 15 minutes during work hours for friendships and a 1,000 kronor ($100) stipend.
CEO Monica Magnusson said the program aims to improve employee well-being and promote social connections.
The collaboration with Mind, a mental health charity, supports the program within a broader network addressing involuntary loneliness in the workplace, and early feedback indicates increased life satisfaction among participants.

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Apotek Hjärtat launched a pilot program called "friendcare" to reduce employee loneliness by providing 15 minutes during work hours for friendships and a 1,000 kronor ($100) stipend.
CEO Monica Magnusson said the program aims to improve employee well-being and promote social connections.
The collaboration with Mind, a mental health charity, supports the program within a broader network addressing involuntary loneliness in the workplace, and early feedback indicates increased life satisfaction among participants.