The Koivu Group Home is located in bright facilities of the third and fourth floors of the Syystie Senior Centre. We offer assisted living for those of you who need 24-hour care and support in your daily lives. It is important for us that you can live a safe and peaceful life of your own preferences, in accordance with your own wishes and ways.
Contact information
How can you move in with us, and how much does it cost?
You can move in with us following an assessment of your service needs. Find out more about how to apply for housing services for the elderly
24-hour service housing covers the care and treatment you need, activities that support your functional capacity, services related to meals, laundry and clothes care, washing and cleaning, as well as services that promote participation and social interaction.
You pay rent as well as a monthly fee based on your net income, to cover the services included in the 24-hour service housing.
Find out more about 24-hour care
Read more about fees for senior services
What is it like to live at the Koivu Group Home?
At the Koivu Group Home, you can live your daily life in your own way. We listen to you and take your wishes and abilities into account, and plan your daily routines together so that they feel natural for you.
We respect your privacy and your right of self-determination. You can participate in our joint activities whenever it suits you, or spend time by yourself.
We live our lives with an unhurried attitude, listen to music, watch TV, spend time outdoors and celebrate events of the calendar year.
Facilities and accessibility
The Koivu Group Home is located in accessible and bright facilities on the third and fourth floors of the Syystie Senior Centre. There are 13 residents on the fourth floor and 14 residents in Koivu 3. The sauna is on the fourth floor.
- The building has a lift.
- Both floors have two large glazed balconies.
- The yard is peaceful and uncluttered, and getting there is easy.
The facilities of the group home support a safe, smooth and individual everyday life. You can spend time with others or, if you prefer, by yourself.
Your room – your home
You will have your own room with its own bathroom. In some rooms, the bathroom is shared with another person.
The room is your home, and you can decorate it with your own furniture, textiles and important belongings. This makes the environment feel familiar and safe.
Common areas
The common lounging room and dining areas allow you to spend time with the other residents and participate in joint activities. Your loved ones are also welcome to use the common areas.
Meals
You can enjoy your meals in the common dining area with the others or in your own room. We aim to take your meal preferences and your individual needs into consideration. We want everyone to be able to enjoy peaceful and pleasant mealtimes together.
Garden and local environment
You can spend time outdoors in the garden and the surrounding area.
Nearby you’ll find:
- parks and recreational trails
- shops and other services
- good public transport connections
Being outdoors and the natural environment support your wellbeing and give meaning to your everyday life. If you are going outside with your loved one, you can ask a nurse to help with the preparations.
What is everyday life like with us?
Your daily life is shaped according to your own daily routine. The day includes:
- basic care and support
- moments of rest and time to yourself
- opportunities to participate in joint activities
We organise varied activities, such as groups led by the social instructor, word games, outdoor activities and exercise. You can decide for yourself which activities you’d like to participate in.
Information for family members and loved ones
Your loved ones can visit you at their convenience as there are no set visiting hours. We are well served by public transport. There are four-hour parking spaces in front of the main entrance to the senior centre, and there are some spaces along the street.
Guests can
- spend time with you in your room or in the common areas
- bring snacks and enjoy them with you
- visit the Onni restaurant downstairs with you. The restaurant is open on weekdays at 8–17 (lunch 11–13). You can find the lunchmenu here(Link leads to external service)
- bring a pet along, but please arrange this with the staff in advance.
Your loved ones can also take you out for a walk or to visit friends and family. Please let the staff know, either in advance or when you leave.
Personnel and contact information
Our multi-disciplinary team supports your everyday life.
- Your appointed nurse will be by your side and take care of all your day-to-day needs.
- Practical nurses and nurses ensure your day-to-day care and wellbeing.
- Your doctor is responsible for your medical care.
- A social instructor can help you with matters related to services and life circumstances.
Contact information:
Koivu Group Home fourth floor
+358 9 3102 4264 (Link starts a phone call)
Koivu Group Home third floor
+358 9 3102 4971 (Link starts a phone call)
Head nurse
+358 50 402 0688(Link starts a phone call)
Social media
You can keep up to date with the latest news from the Syystie Senior Centre and group homes via our social media channels.
Syystien seniorikeskus - Helsinki(Link leads to external service)