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Children’s shelter

Children’s shelter

If a child is in a crisis situation and needs a safe temporary living space, then the first option is to find a foster family.

If a foster family cannot be found, the child is given a temporary living space, help and care at a children’s shelter. The child is ensured a safe environment, regular warm food and care. Preschool children take part in age-appropriate games and activities. If necessary, the child receives help in developing necessary hygiene habits and social skills. Children of school age receive help in their studies and a favourable environment for establishing good studying habits. The child can continue going to kindergarten or school.

The child can remain in the shelter until a more permanent solution is found for their living arrangements. A representative from the municipality, the child’s parents, the shelter’s representative and, if necessary, other specialists (e.g. a psychologist, a representative from the kindergarten or school, medical workers, etc.) work together to manage the child’s living arrangements.