The association supports relatives of people with mental health problems in Ostrobothnia. It offers individual and family counselling, with peer groups led by professionals and peer facilitators for partners, siblings, parents and adult children. Activities include lectures, courses, recreation, a relatives' café, themed evenings and youth activities.
Remote support includes online groups, web lectures and telephone or video appointments. Staff and volunteers also run a chat service. Activities are available in Finnish and Swedish, and office visits are by appointment. The association publishes guides and information and advocates for improvements in mental health services.
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