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Helsinki City Run 2024

We had a great day in Helsinki – a group of caregivers that have gone through our program participated in the City Run 2024. The event was not just about fitness but also about community spirit and camaraderie. Our team, full of energy and smiles, ran through the scenic routes of Helsinki, enjoying every moment […]

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A golden opportunity in Finland 

Syrah Jane Bergado Encisa, a 34-year-old from the Philippines, is no stranger to hard work and determination. Raised in a big family in the Philippine province, her upbringing was simple but filled with dreams of a brighter future. Syrah’s story is about resilience, ambition and courage. Syrah studied in a vocational course in the Philippines related […]

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Running and helping elderly in Finland 

Marichu Ebunalo is from the Philippines and as so many like her, she had worked for many years in Hong Kong as a  caregiver in different families. Having previously worked also in a Finnish family, Marichu had gained insights into the unique Finnish culture. It was during this time that she stumbled upon a Facebook […]

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Biking caregivers and best friends 

Meryviel and Lovely have a lot in common. They both are from the Philippines and they share the same job and they live together – and they also spend most of their free time together.  Both Meryviel and Lovely worked in Hong Kong before participating in the HSS program to relocate to Finland. Meryviel tells, […]

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A Family Reunion in Finland

Rhodalynn is like any mother. She has three kids, and her biggest dream is to ensure a happy, safe life for her children and her entire family. “I have achieved a lot, and it is due to my mindset in life. I am a believer and a survivor,” she states. Rhodalynn is living proof of […]