tukiperhe
A tukiperhe is a family that provides a stable, supportive home for a child or young person who cannot live with their own family on a full-time basis. Tukiperhetoiminta is organized by municipal social services as part of child welfare and can be used to support a child during family crises, to ease transitions, or to complement formal foster care or guardianship arrangements. The aim is to offer a predictable and caring environment while maintaining the child’s connections to their birth family and local community.
Tukiperheet are recruited and trained by social services. Prospective families undergo assessments, background checks, and home
The duties of a tukiperhe include providing a safe living space, daily care, supervision, meals, schooling support,
Eligibility and duration vary by municipality, but participation requires a commitment to a child’s welfare, ongoing