Health

  1. Service
  2. Welfare
  3. Older people

Regular exercise can make all the difference when it comes to mental and physical health. In Hafnarfjörður, you can find a vibrant social scene and exercise opportunities for older people.

Health promotion

Leisure grant

Older people can get a leisure grant for sports and leisure activities, up to 4000 kr. per month. The grant is paid as an income-related subsidy. The leisure grant is applied for at Our pages.

Income threshold for the leisure grant in 2026

Individuals: 8,111,111 kr. per year

Culture and swimming

Older people get free entry to swimming pools and museums in Hafnarfjörður.

33 Hjallabraut

At 33 Hjallabraut, you can find various services for older people:

  • Exercise. Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:45. Information on request. 585 1912.
  • Hair salon. Telephone orders 565 3680.
  • Aesthetic and Podiatric Surgeon. Orders by phone 866 6015.
  • Canteen.

1 Sólvangsvegur

  • Shopping trips. Leave from Sólvangsvegur 1 for Bónus every Tuesday at 2 p.m.
  • Canteen.

Day care

You can apply day-dreaming at Hrafnista, Sólvangur or in Drafnarhúsi (for people with dementia). Social activities and respite are offered there.

Support for bereaved people

The Bereavement Centre supports bereaved people and all those who work for their well-being. There, you can attend various educational talks, join a support group, take part in deep relaxation, drop-in sessions, or attend courses. The Bereavement Centre is open to everyone.

Further information can be found at their website, send an email to sorgarmidstod@sorgarmidstod.is or call 551 4141 on all weekdays from 10 am to 2 pm.