Responsible for the service Western Uusimaa Wellbeing Services County
Child welfare institutional care
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- 10 municipalities
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In institutional care, a child receives 24‑hour support and nurturing within a secure environment designed to promote a good quality of life, while addressing their individual needs and circumstances.
The institutional care process begins when a child transitions from open care into a formal placement, following either a custody decision or a ruling by the administrative court.
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Western Uusimaa Wellbeing Services CountyText edited by: Western Uusimaa Wellbeing Services County
Updated: 1/9/2026