Helsinki Deaconess Institute, Healthcare foundation and hospital in Linjat, Finland.
The Helsinki Deaconess Institute operates from a protected building featuring specific architectural elements designed by Magnus Schjerfbeck in the early 1900s.
Established between 1904 and 1906, the institute began as Finland's first Deaconess Foundation, providing medical care and education for young women.
The foundation maintains a strong commitment to social inclusion by delivering specialized healthcare services and support for vulnerable populations in Finnish society.
Located at Alppikatu 2 in Helsinki, the institute offers an exhibition space that welcomes visitors on weekdays between 9 AM and 3 PM.
The organization has expanded its humanitarian efforts to assist over 130,000 Ukrainian individuals since February 2022 through international partnerships.
Location: Helsinki
Inception: 1906
Architects: Magnus Schjerfbeck
Industry: hospitals and rehabilitation
Part of: Eläintarhan huvilat ja yleishyödylliset laitokset
Website: https://hdl.fi
GPS coordinates: 60.18472,24.93889
Latest update: September 20, 2025 21:00
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