87
Other social work activities with accommodation
This category includes social assistance activities that also provide accommodation, but which do not fall under other specific divisions. Essentially, we are talking about social residential units, such as rehabilitation centers for addictions, shelters for victims of violence, or homes for the homeless. The main purpose is to provide a protected environment and temporary or long-term social support.
Entrepreneur Profile
This CAEN code 87 is intended for entrepreneurs and companies (SRL, PFA) wishing to develop a business focused on other social work activities with accommodation. It is ideal for founders aiming to offer specialized services or products in this economic niche within the Romanian market.
Who should avoid:
Avoid the exclusive use of code 87 if the main activity of your company shifts towards other commercial or related branches not specified in the official description. See the excluded activities section below.
Overview of CAEN 8790 - Other Social Work Activities with Accommodation
Romania faces significant social challenges, and the CAEN 87 division plays a crucial role in ensuring a minimum of safety for vulnerable people. It includes a wide range of residential services that provide accommodation and social support, without involving continuous medical care. From rehabilitation centers for addictions to shelters for victims of domestic violence, these units respond to urgent societal needs.
From a macroeconomic perspective, the social work with accommodation sector has experienced slow but steady growth over the past decade, driven by European funding and increased awareness of social issues. However, entrepreneurs operating here face major challenges: excessive bureaucracy for accreditation, chronic underfunding, lack of qualified staff, and high turnover of beneficiaries. Although demand is growing, especially in large urban areas, financial sustainability remains a problem, as many centers rely on contracts with local authorities or donations.
The evolution of the niche shows a trend towards specialization and professionalization, with the emergence of private centers offering higher quality services. However, the lack of uniform regulation and clear quality standards leads to large discrepancies between providers. In the long term, digitalization of administrative processes and public-private partnerships could help streamline this vital sector for Romania's social cohesion.
Included Activities
- ✅ Rehabilitation centers for persons with addictions
- ✅ Crisis centers and shelters for victims of domestic violence
- ✅ Homes for the homeless
- ✅ Temporary shelters for refugees and migrants
- ✅ Care centers for persons with physical or mental disabilities
- ✅ Residential units for the elderly (without continuous medical care)
- ✅ Centers for mothers with children in difficulty
Excluded Activities
- ❌ Continuous medical care activities (code 86)
- ❌ Day centers without accommodation (code 88)
- ❌ Orphanages and children's homes (code 87.10)
- ❌ Family placement activities (code 87.10)
- ❌ Centers for severely disabled persons (code 87.20)
- ❌ Animal shelters
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Întrebări Frecvente
What type of companies can use CAEN code 87?
Any legal entity in Romania (SRL, PFA, Individual Enterprise) performing activities related to "other social work activities with accommodation" is required to have this code authorized in its articles of incorporation or at the Trade Register.
Are special permits required for CAEN 87?
The need for permits depends on the exact nature of the operations carried out under class 87. Some activities require authorizations from DSV, Environment, or Occupational Safety, while others can be conducted solely based on the self-declaration at incorporation.