Peer Support
Peer support program provides a friendly, open place where families in similar situations come together. Here you can share life’s ups and downs, find new friends for your children, and get fresh ideas for activities and hobbies.
Want to get more involved? You’re welcome to become a peer‑group leader or help out as a supervisor at events, camps or trips — working alongside other volunteers or professional staff.
Check out the groups in English. We’d love to see you there!
International Single Parents Group - Gathering coming up 4th January!
This is an English speaking group for all kinds of single parent families with an international background. The group's idea is to enable peer support and belonging to a safe community. Meetings are arranged every month from the beginning 2026 onwards. Welcome to create friendships, socialize, and find others in the same situation!
Next meeting: Sunday 4th January (after that in February & March)
About: Welcome to a cozy gathering where we’ll cook together, share stories, and enjoy a simple meal. Let’s create a relaxed and welcoming space, especially for single parents to connect with one another!
Time: Sunday 4th January at 15.00-19.00.
Place: Yksin vanhempana ry, Petter Wetterin tie 6, Herttoniemi, Helsinki.
Childcare & servings provided for signed up participants.
Sign up by 22nd December: elo.perttola@yksinvanhempana.fi / number below / in the group's WhatsApp.
Sign up after after 22.12.: in the group's WhatsApp.
Join us in Whatsapp: Send a message / WhatsApp 040 640 3756 to Elo Perttola and they will connect you.
More info: elo.perttola@yksinvanhempana.fi
Single Parents Grani: Free fun for the whole family on Saturday 13th December!
Mini disco for children & DJ Nikke in the house! Dancing, playing & having fun together to celebrate the end of the year.
Place: Villa Breda, Bredantie 16, 02700 Kauniainen
Catering: Festive disco snacks!
Sign up: Free entry, no need to register.
About: English speaking and culturally sensitive group for single parents in and around Kauniainen. Peer support, catering & childcare for free. Welcome from near and far! Arranged by peer volunteer Rita.
More info about the group & contact:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/singleparentsgrani/
The program of the group "Autumn 2025 wellbeing series" is organized with the support of the Single Parents' Association and the City of Kauniainen’s Wellbeing Grant.
KidCare – Tenavatupa
We provide free childcare during activities — like organizational meetings, peer‑support groups, lectures and other events — so you don’t have to worry about costs or logistics.
Also, with our KidCare (Tenavatupa) service you get a little break from everyday life: you can follow your own interests, rest a bit or just enjoy time for yourself. It’s especially meaningful for families who might feel isolated or miss a community.
Everyone’s welcome, regardless of income or situation. You can be active outside the home without needing to find or pay for babysitting. We’ll take care of your kids.
Inquieries: 040 640 3756 or firstname.lastname@ykinvanhempana.fi
