Lohdun Avain

Lohdun Avain is a Turku-area service company offering compassionate support around dying, death and bereavement. Founded by death doula Katri Sainio, the business provides a calm, non-judgmental presence for people nearing the end of life, their loved ones and anyone seeking to discuss questions related to death. Katri listens, accompanies clients at their own pace and helps them find appropriate support, including referrals to relevant professionals.

Her background includes healthcare work with anxious patients, customer service, volunteer hospice care and substitute work at a funeral home. Lohdun Avain does not provide therapy; its approach is to make conversations about death more open and approachable. Clients may also be accompanied by Lempi, a gentle comfort dog who can offer quiet reassurance during farewells and remembrance.

Services are available primarily in Turku and, when needed, across western Finland as far as South Ostrobothnia. The company offers a free initial needs assessment, support at all hours and talks or presentations