perhekohtaisella

Perhekohtaisella is a Finnish adjective and adverbial form used to describe actions, policies, or interventions that center on the family as the primary unit rather than focusing solely on individuals. The base term is perhekohtainen, and the form perhekohtaisella appears in phrases such as perhekohtaisella otteella (with a family-centered approach) or perhekohtaisella tasolla (at the family level).

In practice, perhekohtaisella approaches aim to assess and address needs within the context of family dynamics, resources, and relationships. In child welfare and social services, this means providing services that involve caregivers and other family members, such as family counseling, home-based support, parenting programs, and coordinated multi-agency plans. In health care, it can refer to family-centered care where clinicians consider the family’s role in care decisions and include family members in planning and education. In education, it can refer to support that accounts for home circumstances and supports parental engagement.

The term emphasizes that family context influences outcomes and that effective interventions often require collaboration with caregivers. It is commonly contrasted with more individual-centered approaches. While the concept aligns with patient- and family-centered care models, the precise terminology and usage can vary by institution and policy framework. The form perhekohtaisella is primarily a modifier used in Finnish language texts.