Mahis – the House of Opportunities for Mental Well-Being

At member association Mahis you can participate in group and peer support activities that help strengthen your mental and social well-being. You can join different groups and other activities, socialize with other people, take part in our events and trips or just drop in for a cup of coffee and read the days paper. The groups are divided in four categories: Life Skills, Creativity, Exercise and Strength in Peers. You can read the description of each category at the bottom of the page.

You can also eat with us affordably: breakfast (1,50 €) is served between 8.15–10 and lunch at 11.00. If you would like to have lunch, please let us know by 10 am. When you do a work assignment the cost will be 3 € (otherwise 5 €).

Taking part in the activities and groups is free of charge and you don’t need any referral. The members of Mahis receive a member letter about the different activities we organize (in Finnish and Swedish).

We also send a monthly newsletter (in Finnish).

Life Skills

The groups in this category help you strengthen skills needed in everyday life – therefore they are a perfect fit for social rehabilitation at a low threshold. Managing everyday life, interaction skills, participation and sense of capability are increased through theory and practice.

Creativity

The goal of the category is to support creativity, enhance self-expression and support mental well-being.

Exercise

In the groups of this category you have the chance to continue with a familiar sport, but also to try out new types of exercise. The goal is to support and encourage physical activity.

Strength in Peers

The category includes different peer support groups, discussion group, lectures and peer discussions. Peer support can offer great help in the rehabilitation process.