This non-profit settlement association does educational and social work, and is politically and religiously non-aligned. It belongs to the national settlement movement, which has 30 settlements in Finland. Its citizens' institute runs courses in arts, crafts, music, languages, sports and well-being. For children and young people it offers day-care centres and summer camps. Kierrätyskeskus Patina is a recycling and employment centre with a second-hand shop.
Hämeen sovittelutoimisto provides mediation for crime and disputes, and Valopilkku offers support and advice on bullying. Services include catering and meals, such as a meal service for seniors living at home and Kahvila Kielo, plus senior activity groups, work activation and integration services for immigrants. Rooms for meetings and events, a gym, swimming pool and sports hall can be rented, and workplace wellness days are offered. The premises are wheelchair accessible.
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