Tallinn Children and Youth Support Program
This is a 3-month support program for children and youth aged 7–21, referred by a child welfare specialist. Each year, up to 3 program cycles are held, serving a total of up to 45 children.
Target Groups:
- Children whose parents struggle with coping, leading to truancy or wandering
- Failure to fulfill school obligations
- Substance use
Program Goals:
- Reduce risky behavior among youth
- Support children and their families in developing better coping skills
- Empower and assist in fulfilling school responsibilities
Program Content:
- Case assessment and creation of a support plan
- Individual and family counseling by psychologists and social workers
- Learning support
- Collaboration with support networks
- Mid-term evaluation of progress
Team:
The program is run by a multidisciplinary team including: Psychologists
Social pedagogues and workers, Special education teacher, Medical staff,
Psychiatric consultation via partner PERH Psychiatric Clinic, Support person service available on-site or via Tallinn Family Centre

Contact:
Head of the Shelter Department – Raili Suits
pho. 6675650, mob.53066744, raili.suits@lasteturva.ee
Lead Social Worker – Väino Maasalu
pho. 6608062; 5198 6399, vaino.maasalu@lasteturva.ee