Culture and art for the elderly

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Importance of art and culture for your well-being

Enjoying art and culture is good for both your mind and body. According to a report commissioned by the World Health Organization WHO, participating in artistic activities promotes your well-being and can help prevent a number of mental and physical conditions.

Did you also know that

Participating in cultural hobbies and events is associated with a longer life.
Engaging in hobbies such as reading, painting and participating in cultural events can prevent you from developing dementia.
People who engage in culture, whether it be as a creator or in the audience, feel healthier and more satisfied with their own lives than people who do not.

Do you have a cultural hobby you enjoy?

Ask Senior Info for tips on how to find your way to cultural hobbies.

Senior info

Would you like to find a meaningful hobby or someone to talk to? Senior Info gives you a wide range of information and guidance about the services provided by the City of Helsinki and various organisations. Calling costs the price of a normal phone call.

mon-fri 9:00-15:00
09 310 44556(Link starts a phone call)
seniori.info@hel.fi(Link opens default mail program)

You can also contact us on our chat Mon–Fri at 9:00–15:00. You can ask for advice on the chat either anonymously or by identifying yourself through the Suomi.fi service. The chat window is available on this page.

Transport support for the elderly

You can apply for transport support if travelling by public transport is difficult for you as a result of deteriorated functional capacity due to ageing.

You can receive transport help e.g. to a leisure venue or a cultural event. You can apply for Kela reimbursement for trips related to health care, such as doctor’s appointments or rehabilitation visits.

You can also ask Senior Info for more information on the transport support, tel. 09 3104 4556, Mon–Fri at 9:00–15:00.