My brother lives in Finland with our elderly parents. He has autism, severe depression, a learning disability, and several pre-existing physical health conditions. Over the past five years, he has almost entirely withdrawn to his bedroom — leaving it fewer than two times. During this period he has stopped all medications, stopped showering, developed sores on his body, and has swollen feet. He is also obese. Our parents are elderly and strongly opposed to seeking psychiatric help due to lack of education. When I visited last year I tried to arrange a Dr to do a home visit for him with no success.
I live overseas and am deeply worried about both his mental and physical wellbeing. I want to know what options I have to get Finnish authorities to conduct a welfare check, whether he can be involuntarily assessed or committed, and what steps I can take from abroad given that my family is not helpful.