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The most direct path to foster parenting

When your first step takes you in the right direction, the journey towards becoming a foster parent can be smoother, safer and more straightforward. We make placement decisions and select foster families for children throughout the Western Uusimaa Wellbeing Services County. This gives us an in-depth understanding of the children’s and families’ needs and allows us to support you from the very beginning and at every stage of the journey.

Why choose us?

The most direct path

We arrange placements for children throughout Western Uusimaa and select the foster families best suited to their needs. This makes the entire journey as clear and straightforward as possible.

We know the children

As the organisation with overall responsibility for child welfare services, we have comprehensive, up-to-date knowledge of the circumstances and needs of the children awaiting placement.

Strong support you can count on

From your first thoughts about fostering to everyday life as a foster family, we will be by your side with familiar, knowledgeable professionals and support tailored to your family.

We take responsibility every step of the way

Family care is built on shared parenting and close cooperation between several adults. We take responsibility for the whole and ensure that the partnership works at every stage.

Could foster parenting be right for you?

Every child needs a safe everyday life, caring adults and a place where they feel at home. Could your family offer this to a child who needs a foster family?

We are always looking for new families who can offer a child a safe and caring home, whether for a short period or for longer. Children of all ages need foster families, and each child has their own circumstances and individual needs.

As a foster parent, you can make an important difference in a child’s life. You do not need to have all the answers or know everything in advance. We will help you prepare for the role and support you in everyday family life. Whenever questions or challenging situations arise, advice and professional support will be available.

There are many ways to provide family care, and every family has its own strengths. You could become a support family, a short-term foster family or a long-term foster family. Together, we can explore which role would suit your family best.

How can you find out more?

Join one of our information sessions or training programmes, or simply get in touch with us. You do not have to decide straight away whether you want to continue. Attending a session or contacting us does not commit you to anything. We will give you the information you need and time to consider whether fostering could be right for you.