The current situation in Ukraine is devastating and has catastrophic consequences for children and young people in particular. The ongoing conflicts and the targeted forced deportations to Russia have led to serious trauma for these young people. They have often witnessed or been victims of extreme violence, sexual assault and systematic indoctrination. Their mental health is severely affected by these terrible experiences and their identity is often torn away from them. These children and young people have to come to terms with the shocking truth that they have been told that their homeland, Ukraine, no longer exists. They have been taught directly or indirectly that their parents do not want them back.
These statements reinforce the traumas and leave deep, invisible scars that weigh heavily on both the children and their parents. Without appropriate therapeutic and psychological support, the road to healing is long and arduous. Latent psychological care, which is urgently needed, can lay the foundations for a healthy future for these children and young people. With this in mind, the ComeHome Association, together with local partner organizations, has decided to set up safe and secure care centers in Ukraine.
These centers are intended to provide a protected space in which children and young people can receive the psychological support they need to deal with their experiences. Through targeted therapies and psychological support, they can find ways to overcome their traumas and reintegrate into a healthy social structure. The establishment of such care centers is an urgent undertaking that can only be realized through generous donations and active support. Together, we can give Ukrainian children and young people a chance to overcome their traumatic experiences and build a better future.
Why your donation is so important
A network of hope and healing: With your donation, we are helping to create a network of specialized care facilities. These centers provide a safe haven for traumatized children, adolescents and their parents where they can receive much-needed psychological and emotional support. Our facilities are designed to provide up to 6 months of intensive care and therapy to help them come to terms with their terrible experiences and give them a perspective for the future. Comprehensive care and support: In our facilities, experienced therapists, psychologists and social workers work hand in hand to develop tailor-made programs for each affected family.
The support includes:
- Psychological support: Intensive therapy sessions aimed at dealing with trauma and restoring emotional stability.
- Medical care: Access to medical treatment and rehabilitation for physical injuries and health problems.
- Educational programs: Support for children and young people to catch up on their education and be reintegrated into everyday school life.
- Parent support: Special programs for parents to help them cope with their own trauma while empowering their children.
The need for your support
The horrific experiences that these families were exposed to have left deep wounds that are difficult to heal without professional help. Many of the children and parents affected suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety and depression. Without the necessary support, there is a risk that these traumas will have a negative impact on their entire lives. Your donation will help us to fund and expand these much-needed care facilities. Every contribution enables us to reach more families and give them the chance of healing and a hopeful future. Together we can change lives: Your support is a sign of solidarity and hope for these children and their families. Every euro counts and brings us one step closer to providing these vital services. Donate now and help us create a network of hope and healing.
