Elmelund
Thisted, Denmark
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Elmelund is a non-profit organisation based in Thisted, Denmark working on disability, employment & skills, children & youth +1 more.
Elmelund is a self-owning Danish social institution in Thisted that supports vulnerable young people and adults with special needs. It provides housing support and housing training, special youth education (Thy STU), employment pathways through Thy Naturkraft, and social clubs. It is part of Jysk Børneforsorg/Fredehjem and works in Thisted municipality and the surrounding Thy area.
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KOM IGEN
Children & Youth · Denmark
A newer offer for young people who need help getting started again, with a focus on overcoming difficulties and building confidence.
Thy STU
Education · Denmark
A practical special youth education (STU) with small classes, workshops and job-placement support for young people with special needs.
Thy Naturkraft
Employment & Skills · Denmark
The employment division offering pathways from school offers and work assessment to sheltered employment and job placement, including a social enterprise that promotes employment for vulnerable groups.
Elmelunds klub
Community development · Denmark
A social club for young and adult people connected to Elmelund, providing shared activities and community.
UFL-klubben
Community development · Denmark
A club in Thisted for young and adult people over 18 with special needs, offering social activities both indoors and outdoors.
Generationers-Sansepark
Community development · Denmark
A sensory park in Thisted, funded by Nordea-fonden, open for free use by everyone.
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Nordea-fonden, Jysk Børneforsorg, Fredehjem
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