Tukikeskus Mahku supports people with a criminal background and their loved ones. We support people in difficult life situations. We offer both individual guidance and group activities. Our individual work includes personal meetings and communication. In group activities, it is possible to share experiences among peers. We are located in Kuopio at Puijonkatu 45.
Tukikeskus Mahku was founded in 2009. Our activities are financed by the Social and Health Organizations Assistance Center STEA.
Our service is voluntary. We respect the individuality and uniqueness of each participant. We meet our customers valuing their own vision and experience in life, and strive to create a confidential and safe space for constructive and solution-oriented interaction and activity. We encourage our customers to find their own resources and strengths, and offer opportunities to experience inclusion and community.
We work closely with the Criminal Sanctions Agency, which offers the opportunity to support individuals during probation and after release. We are part of Kuopio Setlementti Puijola, whose values you can read below.
Contact the coordinator Tanja Turunen p. 050 447 3222 or the instructor Tanja Hynynen p. 050 362 4589.
We support everyday management and attachment to society. We encourage a drug-free and crime-free life. Tukikeskus Mahku offers group activities, personal discussions and help to manage everyday life. If necessary, we refer the customer to other services. The service is free of charge and drug-free.
Contact the coordinator Tanja Turunen p. 050 447 3222 or the instructor Tanja Hynynen p. 050 362 4589.
We also support loved ones of people with a criminal background. We give them information that makes it easier to survive in everyday life. Our services include personal conversations, advice and guidance, and staying alongside.
Contact the coordinator Tanja Turunen p. 050 447 3222 or the instructor Tanja Hynynen p. 050 362 4589.
Neuropsychiatric coaching aims to strengthen the smoothness of everyday life in situations where neuropsychiatric symptoms cause harm to the ability to function. Neuropsychiatric symptoms can include, for example, ADHD symptoms, such as restlessness, impulsivity, attention and comprehension difficulties.
For more information about the training, contact the coordinator Tanja Turunen p. 050 447 3222.
We implement group activities 2 times a week. With the help of group activities, we offer versatile activities that support a person’s comprehensive well-being through exercise, nature, culture and face-to-face conversation. Group activities promote community and inclusion, and offer the opportunity to try different activities that support everyday life. Our activities are free of charge for participants and drug-free.
Our group activities are intended for people with a criminal record and their relatives. Register for group activities with the instructors the day before. Our group activities are free of charge and drug-free.
You can read about future group activities in the link below.
