Karviaismäki Group Home

We provide housing services catering to Helsinki residents with disabilities.
Photo: Juha Myllymäki

Karviaismäki Group Home, located in Malmi, comprises the primary group home with seven resident places, communal facilities, and three separate one-bedroom apartments.

Within the group home, we offer not only the group home apartments but also a transitional apartment where our resident receives our support while residing in their own home.

The majority of Karviaismäki Group Home's residents are actively engaged in work or day activities, with some already retired. We prioritise inclusivity by tailoring our activities to accommodate residents with reduced mobility.

Our staff are available 7.00-21.00, with a night nurse from Viikki Supported Living Group on call.

The group home is staffed by a team of four instructors.

Our contact information:

Unit Manager: Antero Kettunen, +358 9 3107 3167
Staff: +358 9 3105 8403
Email karviaismaki.asuntola@hel.fi

Contact information

Karviaistie 2 F 56, 00700 Helsinki Show accessibility information View location on service map
Finnish
P.O. Box 70791, 00099 City of Helsinki
Photo: Juha Myllymäki
Photo: Juha Myllymäki

What is it like to live in Karviaismäki Group Home?  

The group home encompasses the primary residential facility with seven resident places, shared facilities, and three separate one-bedroom apartments. Each room is equipped with a private toilet and shower, with certain rooms featuring specialised equipment designed to facilitate daily living for people with disabilities. 

Within the group home, we emphasise the importance of fostering your independent living skills, encouraging adherence to a structured daily routine. We offer rehabilitative activities and provide guidance on engaging in meaningful recreational pursuits, spanning exercise, music, crafting, and movie-watching. 

Malmi's range of services is readily accessible, with several of our residents actively utilising them. For health care needs, residents can avail services at the Disability Outpatient Clinic, health station, or, if necessary, private doctors. 

Additionally, we offer regular visits from a masseur and podiatrist at the group home, ensuring comprehensive health care support. 

Location

Karviaistie 2 F 56, 00700 Helsinki
Location on map - Open larger map(Link leads to external service)

The route to the main entrance

  • The 2 accessible parking spaces are located outdoors over 10 m from the entrance. The width of the parking spaces is at least 3.6 m.
  • The pick-up and drop-off area is located in the vicinity of the entrance, giving easy access to the pavement.
  • The route to the entrance is smooth and sufficiently wide and illuminated.

The main entrance

  • The entrance stands out clearly and is illuminated. There is a canopy above the entrance.
  • The doors connected to the entrance stand out clearly. Outside the door there is sufficient room for moving e.g. with a wheelchair. The door opens automatically with a button.

In the facility

  • The customer service point is located on the entrance floor.
  • The doors in the facility stand out clearly. The glass doors have contrast markings.
  • The facility has an accessible toilet.