Kansaneläkelaitoksesta

Kansaneläkelaitos, often abbreviated as Kela, is a Finnish social security institution. It is responsible for administering a wide range of social security benefits in Finland. Kela operates under the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health and plays a crucial role in the Finnish welfare system. Its primary objective is to ensure basic economic security for all residents and to promote health and well-being.

Kela provides various benefits including pensions, healthcare reimbursements, unemployment benefits, parental allowances, student financial aid, and housing allowances. It also manages services related to disability, rehabilitation, and long-term care. The institution operates through a network of service points across the country and provides information and services online and via telephone. Kela's funding comes from state taxes and contributions from employers and employees. It continuously develops its services to meet the changing needs of the Finnish population.