Personal & Family Matters

Health Care

• Explain the national medical system, including how to sign up for a family doctor.

• Inform assignee about private medical clinics.

• Inform assignee about emergency rooms, local hospitals, and pharmacies with extended hours.

• Refer assignee to reputable dentist and specialists as needed.

   
Spouse Support

• Discuss needs and interests with assignee.

• Advise assignee on options for engaging in further education or personal development.

• Introduce assignee to international clubs/groups according to interest.

• Brief assignee on potential cultural issues and coping strategies.

• Ongoing support as needed.

Schools/Child care

• Explain about the Norwegian school system.

• Provide information on local international schools.

• Arrange for and escort assignee on visits to schools of interest.

• Explain about the Norwegian pre-school system.

• Assist with applications for pre-schools and follow-up contact with county authorities.

• Provide information on professional babysitters, day care facilities.

• Provide assignee with information about schools for children with special needs upon request.

• Explain the free medical and dental care for all children residing in Norway.

Governmental Child Support

• Explain the Norwegian child support system.

• Provide assignee with necessary forms and information on how to apply.