Discussion support and guidance in cases of sudden health issues, in cases of rape and mental health issues.In case of an emergency, call*112**.*You are entitled to use public health services in Finland if you have a municipality of residence (kotikunta) in Finland. You can also use private health services.
If you do not have a municipality of residence in Finland or are not covered by Finnish health insurance, you may have the right to health care or reimbursements from Kela on other grounds. You must apply for this right separately.
Ask for more information at Kela’s international situations unit.
If you have been sexually abused, e.g. raped, it is important to contact the Seri support centre as soon as possible after the incident.
Reporting a crime is not a condition for applying to the support centre, although reporting is encouraged.
The Seri support centre provides forensic investigation, trauma support, psychological counselling, and therapy for victims of sexual violence. A multi-professional team works in the Seri support centre: doctors, on-call doctors, midwives, psychologists and social workers.
A list and links to Seri support centres can be found on the THL webpage (in Finnish):THL Seri Support Centres
The call cost is the basic fee of the telephone subscription, but the counselling is cost-free and anonymous if needed.
MIELI ry Crisis helpline:
09 2525 0116
Fridays 9 - 13
The helpline in Finnish is open 24/7 at number09 2525 0111
Medical Helpline (Päivystysapu)116117is a free-of-charge counselling service organized by your welfare district that advises on sudden health problems. Call Medical Helpline 116117 before applying to the emergency room.
The Medical Helpline healthcare professionals will tell you whether your situation requires a visit to the emergency room. You can get reliable self-care instructions if self-care is enough for your situation. The service is available throughout Finland, except for Lapland and Åland.
Medical Helpline (toll free)
116117
Available 24/7