Toetuskeskus Meiela

Founded in 2008, Toetuskeskus Meiela is a non-profit association based in Võru, Estonia working on disability, employment & skills, community development.

Toetuskeskus Meiela is an Estonian non-profit association (MTÜ) founded in 2008 in Võru. It works to improve the social functioning, independent living and employment prospects of people with intellectual disabilities, particularly young people. Its services include a work centre offering craft-based work and training, community living homes in Võru, round-the-clock special care, day support, and social rehabilitation. The organisation also runs community and awareness activities, such as concerts, family days, youth exchanges and campaigns, and is developing a support centre and work-training site in Nõnova village, Lasva parish. Its mission is to create conditions for people with intellectual disabilities to live full lives that reflect their potential, in the Võru region of South Estonia.