When a child is born with a disability, the family is often faced with many questions. Here you can find information on the monitoring of the health care and development, the services provided by the City, basic education, and Kela benefits.
When a young person turns 16, many things change. Here you can find information on the health care of a young person with a disability, the services provided by the City, education and studies, as well as the benefits and services available from Kela.
Moving into adulthood brings big changes. It may mean moving out of the childhood home and entering the workforce. It is important to handle guardianship matters in good time. Work and day activities provide meaningful activities.
As you get older, your functional capacity declines and you may need more services than before. If you have been in the workforce, you can retire on an old-age pension by the age of 65.
The strain of being a caregiver, the loss of a livelihood, the death of a loved one, and being hospitalised are just some examples of life events and crises during which you need a great deal of support.
