Sørlandet Hospital HF Building 8 houses the Competence Unit for Patient and Relative Education. The unit aims to provide information and training to both patients and their relatives, so that they can gain a better understanding of illnesses, treatments and rehabilitation. This helps to strengthen the role of the patient and relatives in the health process.
The Competence Unit offers various resources and activities, including courses, information materials and individual conversations. These services are developed to adapt to the needs of patients and relatives, and to promote cooperation between healthcare professionals and users of healthcare services. The unit is part of Sørlandet Hospital HF, which is an important player in healthcare services in the region.