tukiverkostoa
Tukiverkosto, literally “support network,” is the network of people, services and organizations that provide practical, emotional and informational assistance to an individual or group. It includes informal ties such as family, friends, neighbours, and colleagues, as well as formal actors such as healthcare professionals, social workers, schools, charities and community organizations. A tukiverkosto functions as a system for daily support, health management, crisis response, and navigation of available services, with the aim of enabling participation in society and maintaining well-being.
The components of a tukiverkosto are diverse and interconnected. Informal support provides companionship, encouragement and help
Factors influencing strength and reach include trust, accessibility, language and cultural compatibility, geographic proximity, and resource
In practice, tukiverkostot play a role across areas such as elder care, mental health, disability support, child