Briefly in English

The Dementia Association of Helsinki was founded in 1986 and is a member of the nationwide Alzheimer Society of Finland.
The association has its permanent premises in Ruskeasuo and it organizes activities at various locations in Helsinki as well. The Board of the Association along with the annual members’ meeting steer the operations of the Association.

The Muistiluotsi project ensures activities in a broader region and that means that you can also find us in Itä-Uusimaa (Porvoo, Askola, Lapinjärvi, Loviisa and Sipoo), Mäntsälä and Pornainen.

Our mission

Develop new and improve current services available to those with memory disorders as well as to the relatives and close ones of those affected by the illnesses
Provide information and look after the rights of both those with a diagnosis as well as their relatives
Give guidance on memory disorders and take part in preventative work

Fundings

Helsingin ja Itä-Uudenmaan Muistiluotsi

Muistiluotsi are regional expert and support centers maintained by member associations of the Finnish Memory Association. They provide assistance and support to people with memory disorders and their families. Muistiluotsi form a nationwide network, operating in 18 regions across Finland. The Helsinki and Eastern Uusimaa Muistiluotsi offers services in Helsinki, Porvoo, Askola, Lapinjärvi, Loviisa, Mäntsälä, Pornainen, and Sipoo.

Helsingin ja Itä-Uudenmaan Muistiluotsi provides regular brain exercise and peer support for people in the earlier stages of memory disorders, as well as ongoing peer support for family members. An important part of the work also includes public memory-related information sessions and advocacy at the societal level to promote equality and quality of life for people with memory disorders.

The national network and regional centers are funded by the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health through revenues from Veikkaus. Therefore, Muistiluotsi services are open to everyone and free of charge.

Movement and Memory (Liike ja Muisti)

Funded by the City of Helsinki, Department of Culture and Leisure, as a grant to promote physical activity and cultural participation among older adults.

The funding provides older adults with memory disorders, people experiencing memory challenges, and their families with a variety of activities that maintain functional capacity and enhance well-being. These activities are offered both locally and remotely, including exercise classes (Lavis + gym), outdoor activities, and virtual group or individual exercise sessions.

Memory Counseling (Muistineuvonta)

Funded by the City of Helsinki, General Grant for Wellbeing and Health Promotion.

Peer Support for Family Members

Funded by the City of Helsinki, General Grant for Wellbeing and Health Promotion. Two groups operate in Helsinki with this funding.

Crisis Family Therapy

Funded by the City of Helsinki, General Grant for Social, Health, and Rescue Services.