Sosiaalipäivystys

Sosiaalipäivystys provides urgent social services outside of regular office hours. It is a statutory service intended to assist individuals and families in acute crisis situations when regular social services are unavailable. The primary goal is to ensure immediate safety and support for those in need.

Services offered by sosiaalipäivystys can include emergency placements for children or adults, immediate crisis counseling, assistance in domestic violence situations, and support for individuals experiencing severe mental health crises that pose a risk to themselves or others. The specific services and availability may vary depending on the municipality or region.

Access to sosiaalipäivystys is typically through a designated phone number, often a central emergency number or a specific line for social services. Urgent cases can also be directed to the service by other authorities, such as the police or healthcare professionals. The service aims to assess the situation, provide immediate interventions, and, if necessary, arrange for further services or referrals. It operates during evenings, weekends, and public holidays, ensuring that help is available when it is most critical. The aim is to prevent further harm and stabilize the situation until regular services can take over.