Saattohoitosäätiö

Lounais-Suomen Saattohoitosäätiö is a Finnish foundation based in Turku, dedicated to advancing hospice and end-of-life care. Its work focuses on supporting research in palliative care and strengthening the expertise of healthcare staff, helping to develop the quality of care in the region. The foundation offers educational opportunities, including seminars and training related to hospice care, and provides grants to support its mission.

Through its Saava activities, it also organizes training for volunteers involved in hospice care in Turku. These initiatives bring together professional learning, research support, and volunteer engagement to promote better understanding and practice of end-of-life care. The foundation’s charter was signed on March 7, 1990, marking the beginning of its work in this field.

Lounais-Suomen Saattohoitosäätiö shares updates about its activities and events and welcomes enquiries from people interested in its work. Its office is located on Seiskarinkatu in Turku, and the foundation can be contacted by phone or email