Finland Resources
We've gathered Down syndrome organizations, programs, services, and other helpful resources available in Finland.
Down Syndrome Organizations & Support
Downiaiset – Suomen Downin syndrooma ry
A Finnish Down syndrome organization providing information, resources, advocacy, and support for individuals with Down syndrome and their families.
Visit Downiaiset →Kehitysvammaliitto (FAIDD)
The Finnish Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities provides information, advocacy, research, and resources related to intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Visit Kehitysvammaliitto →Folkhälsan
A Finnish nonprofit organization offering health, social, family, and educational services and support.
Visit Folkhälsan →Government & Disability Support
Kela – Social Insurance Institution of Finland
Kela administers many of Finland's social security benefits and provides information about financial and disability-related support available to individuals and families.
Visit Kela →Wellbeing Services Counties (Hyvinvointialueet)
Finland's wellbeing services counties are responsible for organizing public healthcare, social welfare, and rescue services in their regions.
Learn About Wellbeing Services Counties →Disability Services Act (Vammaispalvelulaki)
Information from Finland's Ministry of Social Affairs and Health about disability services and support.
Learn About Disability Services →Early Intervention & Family Support
Downiaiset – New Parent Support
Downiaiset provides information and support for families of children with Down syndrome, including new parents.
Visit Downiaiset →Folkhälsan – Early Childhood Services
Folkhälsan provides early childhood, family, health, and support services in Finland.
Visit Folkhälsan →Additional Resources
We are continuing to gather additional resources available to individuals with Down syndrome and their families in Finland.
Know of a helpful resource?
If you know of an organization, program, service, or other resource that would be helpful to families in Finland, we'd love to hear from you. Email us at info@risingkites.org.
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