Health check-ups for the unemployed
Health check-ups for the unemployed
If you become unemployed, you are eligible for a free-of-charge health check-up for the unemployed with a public health nurse. The objective of the health check-up is to promote your health and well-being as well as your working and functional ability during your unemployment. The health check-up will provide you with a comprehensive picture of your overall health.
You should book an appointment for the health check-up within three months of becoming unemployed.
It is especially important to undergo a health check-up if
- you are worried about some aspect of your health
- it has been several years since your last health check-up
- you are aware of factors that could affect your ability to work.
The health check-up includes
- basic health examinations based on laboratory tests and various indicators
- the updating of information on your vaccinations
- a survey of your health habits and lifestyle
- guidance on making daily choices that promote your overall health
- if necessary, referrals to additional examinations and other support services relevant to your life situation.
Book an appointment for the health check-up directly with a public health nurse. You can also be referred to the health check-up by social, health or employment services. Appointment booking Mon–Fri 11 am–12 noon, public health nurse Marina Lindroos, tel. +358 (0)40 676 3029.
Enjoy free-of-charge sports and cultural activities with the LiiKu pass
We encourage all adults and families to participate in sports, cultural and other activities that promote well-being.
The LiiKu pass is aimed at unemployed working-age residents of Porvoo. The pass provides you with free-of-charge or affordable access to various sports and cultural services.
You can be issued a LiiKu pass if you are a client of
- social services
- employment services
- health check-ups for the unemployed
- outreach youth work
- Itä-Uudenmaan sosiaalipsykiatrinen yhdistys (the Social Psychiatry Association of Eastern Uusimaa)
- a substance abuse clinic
- low-threshold mental health and substance abuse services
- the Porvoo Psychiatric Outpatient Clinic for adults
- the Porvoo Psychiatric Rehabilitation Clinic.
Financial and debt counselling
Do you need help with financial matters?
In the Porvoo region, financial and debt counselling services are offered by Itä-Uudenmaan oikeusaputoimisto (eastern Uusimaa public legal aid office, website in Finnish). Visits by appointment only.