Avustetut

Avustetut is a Finnish term formed from the verb avustaa, meaning to assist. The word is used as a past passive participle and, when plural, as a noun or noun phrase to denote people who have received help or support. It appears in social, health care, and welfare contexts to describe groups of individuals who participate in or benefit from assistance programs.

Grammatical note: Avustettu is the singular past passive participle; avustetut is the plural nominative form. In use, avustetut may appear with nouns such as asiakkaat or potilaat to specify who is receiving help. It is distinct from avustaja (the assistant) and from avustus (the act or amount of assistance).

Contexts: Municipal welfare services, disability support, and elder care frequently refer to avustetut in administrative documents and policy reports to describe recipients of services such as personal assistance, housing support, and daily care. The term thus marks a recipient status rather than a diagnosis or condition.

Legal and ethical notes: Finland’s social welfare system provides various forms of support, guided by laws on social services, health care, and disability rights. The use of avustetut in public discussion can reflect debates about resource allocation, independence, and how best to balance support with participation in daily life.