By Years: Helmen Kütt

Demonstrates profound expertise in the social sphere, particularly regarding benefits for people with disabilities, special care services, the care reform, and social insurance IT systems (SKAIS, STAR). They utilize detailed data, cite specific legislation, and are well-versed in the operations and procedural protocols of the Social Affairs Committee. They repeatedly stress the necessity of a case-by-case approach in social work and rely on analyses provided by researchers and interest groups (e.g., the Estonian Chamber of Disabled People).

The speaker demonstrates high competence in the fields of social welfare, child protection, and healthcare, citing their education in the social sector and long-term (nearly 20 years) work experience in local government. They use detailed legal and administrative references (e.g., the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, administrative court rulings, assessments by the Social Insurance Board [SKA]) and are familiar with the history of the legislation (e.g., benefit increases, the care reform). They are particularly thorough on the topics of special welfare services and the burden of care.