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This study aimed to explore how different types of needs are perceived and articulated during the early implementation of Community Nursing in Austria. Methods: An interpretive descriptive qualitative study was conducted as part of an Austrian Community Nursing pilot project. Semi-structured interviews were carried out with eleven stakeholders, including informal caregivers, network partners (e.g., local healthcare providers), and local political decision-makers. Data were analyzed using qualitative content analysis, guided deductively by Bradshaw\u2019s Taxonomy of Needs and complemented by inductive sub-category development. Interviews were conducted via telephone or video call (Zoom) and ranged from approximately 30 min to an hour. Results: Normative needs reflected expectations for preventive services, continuity of care, advocacy, and sustainable organizational structures. Felt needs centered on trust, emotional security, and relational continuity. Expressed needs became visible through active use of Community Nursing services, including preventive programs, transitional care support, and administrative navigation. Comparative needs highlighted geographic inequities and differences between municipalities with and without access to Community Nursing. Across stakeholder groups, concerns regarding long-term financing and sustainability were prominent. Conclusions: The findings suggest that Community Nursing addresses multiple stakeholder-perceived needs simultaneously, particularly by providing relational, accessible, and preventive support. However, sustained impact depends on stable funding and systemic integration beyond pilot phases. 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