As a child or young person in Vörå, you can receive help and support in various ways, either from people working in the municipality or through different websites on the internet. On this page, we've gathered various places where you can find support. Remember, you are never alone, there is support and help available!
School counselor and school psychologist
School Counselor
The role of the school counselor is to support you as you attend school and feel the need to speak with someone about difficulties at school or issues happening at home and during your free time.
The school counselor can help you with:
- Conversations about friendships or feeling left out
- Questions about your identity
- Relationship concerns
- Worry, anxiety, depression, and fears.
- If you're worried about someone else.
The counselor can, if necessary, collaborate with others within student welfare to solve problems or guide you to others who can help.
Your parents can also contact the school counselor if they are concerned about you.
Expert in Developmental Psychology (Advisor)
The advisor can assist you with questions regarding your mental health. Among other things, you can get help with:
- Difficulties related to school or learning
- Low school motivation
- Getting through periods of heavy thoughts
- Managing tension, worry, and anger
Part of the advisor's tasks also includes helping you find further support if needed and guiding parents and school staff in questions about youth development and available support.
You can primarily contact through the school nurse and counselor.
Read more about the school counselor and contact information for all school counselors
Are you between 11 and 18 years old and have someone close to you who is struggling with addiction or mental health issues? Vörå continues to offer the Ninni support group – a safe space where you can share your thoughts and feelings with others who understand what you're going through. The group provides support and tools to help you cope with the challenges that can arise when someone close to you is dealing with alcohol, drug, or mental health problems.
You don’t have to share in the group – you decide how much you want to say or if you’d rather say nothing at all. We're here to listen and help, and you can feel safe with us.
- Confidentiality – What is said in Ninni stays in Ninni, and we don’t share who participates in the group.
- Safety – Just because you've shared one thing doesn’t mean you have to share more. Everyone should feel safe coming to Ninni's groups, whether to listen or to talk.
- The reason we gather – Everyone in Ninni has experience with addiction and/or mental health issues in the family.
- Your own story – Everyone gets to share in the Ninni group. We listen to each other, and everyone gets to speak their mind.
The Ninni group will also continue this spring and will meet on Mondays at Astragården, Vöråvägen 16 (Bio Astra)
Here are the dates and times for this spring:
2.2.2026 from 3:15 PM to 4:45 PM
9.2.2026 from 3:15 PM to 4:45 PM
16.2.2026 from 3:15 PM to 4:45 PM
2.3.2026 from 3:15 PM to 4:45 PM
9.3.2026 from 3:15 PM to 4:45 PM
16.3.2026 from 3:15 PM to 4:45 PM
23.3.2026 from 3:15 PM to 4:45 PM
30.3.2026 from 3:15 PM to 4:45 PM
13.4.2026 from 3:15 PM to 4:45 PM
20.4.2026 from 3:15 PM to 4:45 PM
Each session includes a snack: something sweet, something salty, fruit, and juice.
Group leaders: Nicole and Maria.
On the Ostrobothnia Welfare Area's webpage for Domestic Violence and Violence in Close Relationships, you can find information about what violence is, how it can be prevented, and who you can contact.
Read more: Domestic Violence and Violence in Close Relationships
Pojkarnas telefon is a support hotline and web service for boys and young men. The phone service can be reached at 0800 94884; check their website for operating hours.
Chat discussions are conducted one-on-one with a staff member from Pojkarnas telefon, and like phone calls, they are confidential. Check their website for the days and times the chat is available.
Read more: Pojkarnas telefon.
Someturva – Support for Online Bullying
Someturva is a web-based application that allows you to quickly get support if you experience online bullying, harassment, or threats on social media or gaming platforms. This service is designed so that you can easily ask for help in unwanted situations that may arise online, and you can do it completely anonymously. The service is available for all municipal children and youth in grades four through nine.
It’s a good idea to activate Someturva on your mobile phone before any issues arise. That way, you can feel secure and know where to get immediate help if something unpleasant happens. More information on how to activate the service can be obtained through the school.
Read more: Someturva
Does everyday life feel overwhelming? Are you concerned about your own well-being, your relationship, or your child's behavior? Don't hesitate to reach out—we can work together to find the type of support that could benefit your family. You can contact us using your own name or anonymously.
Who: Families with children who need help or advice with non-urgent everyday concerns.
Who can contact us: Parents, children, youth, or close family members. You can fill out the form with your name or anonymously.
Response time: 3–5 business days.
Link to the page: https://en.osterbottensvalfard.fi/our-services/social-services/social-services-for-children-and-families/child-and-family-social-work/
Children’s Rights Week is a themed week during which various activities are organized around children's rights. The aim is to raise awareness of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, especially among children and young people. The website offers information and materials on children's rights for schools, early childhood education, as well as leisure and hobby activities.
Read more: Children’s Rights Week