Gubbe is an activating service for elderly people that supports their independent living at home. We employ local young people by providing meaningful part-time work.
Our clients' stories are a testament to the positive impact we have on their lives. Discover how we help them maintain independence and joy.
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Due to memory difficulties, grandmother is afraid to go out alone. With hubby, she can go for walks!
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It's such a relief to know that grandfather is not completely alone!
I am incredibly moved by Gubbe's service. I can truly recommend the service to all elderly people who need a complement to home care!
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My dear grandmother gets energy from her Gubbe helper.
Our helpers don't just visit your loved ones — they become trusted partners who listen, engage, and create lasting bonds that family members can count on.
From gentle workouts to outdoor activities, we tailor physical activities that improve mobility, stimulate activity and make movement enjoyable.
From grocery shopping to meal preparation, we handle everyday tasks together, turning necessary chores into opportunities for engagement and activity.
From setting up video calls with family to teaching online shopping skills, we empower continued connection to both loved ones and services.
Family members receive updates after each visit, bringing reassurance even when you can't be there yourself. Helpers can give an important respite for a loved one.
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The experiences of our clients are the most important indicator of our positive impact on their lives and how we help people of age and disability maintain independence and joy.
Everything has been going so well for us! I can't bake buns anymore, and the buns are so good. We agreed to bake buns together. Everything has gone so easily! My gubbe assistant has been such a joy, support and security. This is so incredibly good! Thank you very much!
I've been able to get out, assisted by Gubbe, otherwise I wouldn't be able to do it.
The assistant is so lovely, she is the best thing that has happened to me in a long time!! So precise in everything and I wait every time for him to come.
My gubbe assistant knows how to help me, and he keeps getting better. We have a really warm relationship.
Regular visits of at least 2 h, carried out by the same, trustworthy Gubbe assistant.
The customer's individual needs and wishes are always at the center of planning the content of the visits.
Reporting after each visit to the municipality and the elderly person's relatives.
Continuous monitoring of effectiveness and monthly reporting of impact research results.
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Rehabilitative Gubbe visits help increase physical activity and enable the use of cultural services. At the same time, local people are employed as care assistants for flexible work.
The study examined the effectiveness of the Gubbe pilot project and obtained information about the quality of life, physical, mental and social functioning, living environment and everyday functioning of the clients covered by the service. The study was carried out in three different municipalities, Kuusamo, Kauniainen and Uusikaupunki.
The people who participated in the study lived at home and their average age was 81 years. Data was obtained from 21 people. The research material was collected from the effectiveness studies to be carried out in connection with the municipal pilots in 2022. Data was collected at the start and end points of the pilot project. The average duration of the pilot projects was 6 months.
In particular, there were significant changes in the experience of complaints and symptoms and mood. Complaints and symptoms refer to, for example, experiences of disturbing symptoms such as pain, aches, nausea and itching. Mood refers to emotional states of depression, anxiety and energy
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Smooth and easy — communication is handled directly from person to person, what is agreed it is also kept. Only positive feedback from older people receiving the service and their relatives.
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