Helsingin Sanomat recently reported that a significant influx of nurses is expected in Lapland, yet there is a shortage of housing for them. Forenom exists to address these needs and has been doing so for over 20 years. We assist companies and organizations in providing reliable and flexible housing solutions for their employees.
According to Helsingin Sanomat, common housing challenges faced by mobile workers include:
- Difficulty finding accommodation for periods as short as a few months. The requirement is often to commit to a minimum one-year lease
- A lack of fully furnished apartments
The business sector requires temporary housing solutions to meet diverse workforce needs. Examples include factory maintenance, railway, and shipbuilding projects, or even wind turbine construction, all of which demand a workforce from outside the local area. Additionally, work that is seasonal requires housing for employees for only part of the year. Each autumn, university towns witness an influx of new talent in need of temporary housing. While the need for housing may be temporary, these professionals require and deserve accommodation where they can maintain routines that support their well-being, including access to their own kitchen for cooking.
We create new housing solutions, driven by changes in both business and society
Forenom specializes in developing housing solutions in locations and industries where temporary housing has not traditionally been required. A prime example is the shortage of nurses, which has led to increased demand for healthcare professionals to relocate from one place to another. We believe that in the coming years, the healthcare sector will require thousands of furnished apartments in different locations.
Forenom is a capable partner, collaborating with organizations and considering the requirements and concerns of all parties involved. We have the capability to innovate new solutions. For instance, working with our partners and authorities, we have repurposed old prisons, hospitals, factories, and offices for housing, preserving several buildings from demolition. Collaboration, in our view, entails defining the required solution together. Price has been mentioned as being a significant factor in solving the housing shortage for nurses. We at Forenom believe that furnished, flexible housing solutions can be organized within healthcare budgets as well.
We connect vacant apartments with employees in need of housing
Currently, there are many vacant apartments and buildings in Finland. Landlords can offer their vacant apartments directly to Forenom, and based on our 20 years of experience, we will furnish and equip the apartment and ensure it is a comfortable and safe place to stay. We have a 24/7 phone line to address any needs.
Forenom specializes in solving the longer-term housing needs of businesses. Established in Finland in 2000, Forenom now serves customers throughout Europe, with offices established in Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Germany. Forenom focuses on meeting the longer-term housing needs of companies, with our typical customer being an employee who will reside in one of our location’s for several months.
Forenom is also happy to serve consumers seeking affordable, home-like accommodation, whether it’s for a family vacation or during home renovations. Revenue from consumers makes up a minority of Forenom’s revenue. For shorter-term accommodation needs, Forenom offers aparthotels and hostels, which can be booked online.
Forenom belongs to the Furnished Apartments Operators Association and is committed to their ethical guidelines.
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