Pohde logo.The reform of health, social and rescue services    

Healthcare, social welfare, and rescue services will move from the responsibility of the City of Oulu to the wellbeing services county of North Ostrobothnia (Pohde) from the beginning of 2023. Read more about the reform (pohde.fi)

Financial Assistance and Income Support

Financial support services provide income security and financial and debt counselling.

Guidance and advice on social services is available on weekdays, 8.30 am - 3.30 pm, telephone 044 703 4912.

Kela

Read more about social assistance on Kela's websites