We are located on the fourth floor of the Myllypuro Senior Centre. We offer assisted living for those of you who need 24-hour care and support in your daily lives. It is important for us that you can live a safe and peaceful life of your own preferences, in accordance with your own wishes and ways.
Contact information
How can you move in with us, and how much does it cost?
You can move in with us following an assessment of your service needs. Find out more about how to apply for housing services for the elderly.
24-hour service housing covers the care and treatment you need, activities that support your functional capacity, services related to meals, laundry and clothes care, washing and cleaning, as well as services that promote participation and social interaction.
You pay rent as well as a monthly fee based on your net income, to cover the services included in the 24-hour service housing.
Find out more about 24-hour care.
Read more about fees for senior services.
What is it like to live at the Samba and Rumba Group Homes?
At our group homes, you can live your daily life in your own way. We listen to you and take your wishes and abilities into account, supporting you in your everyday life as well as celebrations. We respect your privacy and your right of self-determination. You can participate in our joint activities whenever it suits you.
Facilities and accessibility
The Samba and Rumba Group Homes are located in accessible facilities on the fourth floor of the Myllypuro Senior Centre.
- The building has a lift.
- Moving between the areas is easy.
- The yard is safe and uncluttered.
The facilities support an active and smooth daily life.
Your apartment – your home
You will have your own room with your own bathroom. The room is equipped with a bed and a bedside table. You can furnish your room with your own furniture, textiles and important belongings so that you feel comfortable there. The nurse call system allows you to call for help if necessary, improving your safety.
Common areas
Our common areas include living rooms, dining areas, a living room with a fireplace, a sauna, and balconies, where you can spend time with the other residents and your loved ones.
Meals
You can enjoy your meals in the common dining area or in your own room. We take your meal preferences and your individual needs into consideration.
You can also go to the Amoroso Restaurant on the first floor of the senior centre for coffee or a meal with your loved ones. The restaurant is open
- Weekdays at 9-16 (lunch 11-13.30)
- Weekends at 12-15
- Find the lunch menu here(Link leads to external service)
Garden and local environment
You can also spend time outdoors in the protected yard of the senior centre, or the nearby areas.
Nearby you’ll find:
- parks and recreational trails
- Myllypuro church
- shops and other services
- good public transport connections
Being outdoors and the natural environment support your wellbeing and give meaning to your everyday life.
What is everyday life like with us?
Your day will include care and support, rest and time to yourself, as well as the chance to participate in the joint activities. Our cultural activities are versatile. The weekly programme for cultural activities is posted on the notice board of the group home. You can decide for yourself which activities you’d like to participate in. Your loved ones are also welcome to participate in all our activities.
Information for family members and loved ones
Your loved ones can visit you at any time. Pets are also welcome. We are well served by public transport. There are a limited number of parking spaces in our yard, and you must register your car for parking at the entrance lobby of the senior centre. The building managers can assist you when necessary.
Your loved ones can also take you out for a walk or to visit friends and family. Please let the staff know, either in advance or when you leave.
Personnel and contact information
Our multi-disciplinary team supports your everyday life.
- Your appointed nurses ensure that your everyday life suits you as well as possible.
- Practical nurses, nurses and care assistants ensure your day-to-day care and wellbeing.
- Your doctor is responsible for your medical care.
- A social instructor can help you with matters related to services and life circumstances.
- An occupational therapist visits every week to support the residents with leading a meaningful daily life.
- A physiotherapist supports the residents’ functional ability on weekdays.
- A culture instructor enables including art and culture as part of your everyday life.
Contact information:
Shift manager at the Samba and Rumba Group Homes
+358 9 310 47184(Link starts a phone call)
You can also call us if the front door is locked. There is a buzzer by the front door, which can be used to get in when the door is locked.
Head nurse
+358 9 310 60605(Link starts a phone call)
Social media
You can keep up to date with the latest news from the Myllypuro Senior Centre and group homes via our social media channels.
Myllypuron seniorikeskus - Helsinki(Link leads to external service)