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The Rehabilitation Department in the Lozova community has 20 beds. The uninterrupted work of the institution is ensured by a multidisciplinary team of 20 specialists. The facility operates in the premises of the Lozova Territorial Medical Association and provides assistance to residents of the local community, nearby settlements and IDPs.

UAH 7 million from the budget of the Territorial Medical Association was spent to repair and purchase medical equipment and furniture. And thanks to cooperation with the Patients of Ukraine charitable foundation, the center also received modern equipment worth UAH 2.2 million. In addition, the “Early rehabilitation Leads to a Full Life” project for the needs of the department helped to purchase a lot of specialized equipment worth almost UAH 1 million, which came from the regional budget.

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From now on, employees of the kitchen train are making food for the Kharkiv Psychiatric Hospital. The facility was damaged by russian missiles on the night of April 27 this year. At the time of the attack, there were 60 patients and 5 doctors in it. While the hospital’s canteen and other utility premises are under restoration, the kitchen train of Ukrzaliznytsia will take care of food for the patients.

For reference: In September 2023, Ukrzaliznytsia created the world’s first autonomous kitchen train called Food Train. Such a train is capable of providing more than 10,000 meals per day anywhere and anytime. Food Train can work autonomously for 5-7 days, and the equipment allows cooking such meals as soups, porridges, salads and meat.

Since its launch, the kitchen train team has already made 350,000 meals, of which 265,000 were made for the residents of Kharkiv oblast affected over the past month. Food purchases and the operation of the train are funded by the Howard G. Buffett Foundation.

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In the face of relentless Russian shelling that plunged Kharkiv into darkness, the Korniienko family’s bakery just months after launching their venture in January. Forced to flee to Valky in Kharkiv region, a town 50 kilometers away, now, every day, they make the arduous commute back to Kharkiv, braving the risks of war either by bus or hitchhiking.

Initially specializing in sourdough bread, baguettes, and kid-friendly marshmallows, the Korniienkos quickly adapted to meet surging demand amid the chaos of war. Within three months, their customer base doubled, prompting them to expand their menu with over 10 new bread varieties, constantly innovating to keep up with demand.

Yet, operating in a city under siege comes with its challenges. With power outages a daily occurrence, the family relies on an electric generator to keep their ovens running. Initially funded by grants, they now seek additional support to purchase a smaller oven that can run off the generator.

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This top-tier protection level 4 bomb shelter will provide refuge for up to 400 people in the event of a missile threat. Equipped with a generator to ensure power continuity, the shelter boasts a main room along with 10 additional rooms. Notably, it features a lift for individuals with restricted mobility. Furthermore, provisions including water, food, and fuel are stocked to sustain occupants for a month of continuous habitation.

Construction progress stands at an impressive 90%, signaling the imminent readiness of this crucial facility.

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In 2022, the Koval family’s farm, Pani Jupiter, boasted over three hundred cows and a staff of twelve. However, when the full-scale invasion struck, their farm in the village of Khotimlia, Kharkiv region, fell under occupation.

Andrii Koval swiftly organized a refuge in the farm’s basement to shield fellow villagers from rocket assaults. Even now, families with children in Khotimlia owe their survival to the farm’s generosity, offering free milk and freshly baked bread from its staff. The farm, powered by a separate family-owned generator, maintained electricity, and occasionally, even cell phone reception was possible.

Andrii was seized by the occupiers, who were going to take him to a torture basement. The man narrowly evaded capture by running for his life. The Ukrainian Armed Forces liberated Khotimlia in September 2022. Presently, the farm is grappling with the aftermath of its harrowing ordeal, yet it remains distant from its pre-war production capacity. Pani Jupiter’s priorities entail reviving the confectionery and cheese-making school, alongside forging partnerships with local villagers, whom the Koval family intends to procure fruits and berries from.

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The initiative, spearheaded by the philanthropic organization Cultural Forces of Ukraine, serves as a nexus for cultural and educational endeavors, catering to residents who endured the tumultuous Russian occupation. Within the House of Imagination, patrons can engage in a spectrum of activities fostering creativity and focus, including workshops and meditation sessions, with a primary focus on enriching the youth. “Our mission is twofold: to provide psychological support to those affected by the occupation and to promote Ukrainian culture. Today, we reaffirm our commitment to revitalizing Ukrainian arts, music, and culture,” stated Serhii Martyniuk, co-coordinator of the Cultural Forces of Ukraine Charity Foundation.

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In a pioneering move, Ukraine has launched its first-ever mobile pharmacy, now serving the Kharkiv Oblast. Offering over 1,000 essential medications, this initiative addresses the healthcare needs of rural communities lacking access to brick-and-mortar pharmacies.

Under the state-sponsored “Affordable Medicines” program, residents can obtain select medications either free of charge or at a nominal fee. 

The mobile pharmacy’s scheduled arrival is coordinated with local authorities and primary care physicians, ensuring that patients are informed of its planned visits.

Operating with a community-centric approach, the pharmacy’s itinerary is strategically tailored to meet the specific requirements of the communities and the security conditions prevailing in the region. 

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In Kharkiv’s Industrial District, a state-of-the-art underground school catering to 900 students is nearing completion. With the capacity to accommodate 450 pupils per shift, taking time to study in two sessions. Installation of desks and blackboards is already underway, heralding the imminent start of classes.

This innovative educational initiative will afford students the opportunity to engage in offline learning, marking a significant advancement in academic accessibility. 

Media outlets are granted access to document the final stages of construction and conduct interviews as necessary.

For reference: Since September 2023, the Kharkiv subway has hosted classrooms for schoolchildren, with over a thousand students currently enrolled.

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“Generation U” NGO in partnership with the Kharkiv Puppet Theater named after V. Afanasieva and Bray Area Partnership (Ireland) started a large-scale project titled “My Doll Stories” for children and teenagers whose families were forced to escape the war zone.

In Kyiv, Kharkiv and Bray (Ireland), the project team conducts classes in puppetry and music therapy. Through these practices, organizers aim to help children, particularly teenagers, to overcome trauma and stress caused by a change in environment. And later, the organizers want to use the achievements of their project to create a full-fledged puppet therapy course that can be scaled and developed further.

The project is initiated by Kristina Liulchenko, Creative Director at Generation U NGO, and Olha Pinaieva, teacher of puppet therapy, Founder of the “Bag of Dolls” project.

The project will work until March 24.

For reference: Generation U is an NGO established by a group of cultural representatives to solve various pressing social issues. The NGO’s activities include setting up an art residency, running social projects and holding master classes. 

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• Kharkiv
• Kyiv

The Safe Sky Charitable Foundation was founded after a Ukraine International Airlines passenger flight was shot down near Tehran, Iran, on January 8, 2020. Since then, the organization has been taking care of the families of those killed in the plane crash.

On February 24, 2022, the volunteers made a pivot to help Kharkiv, which suffers from constant shelling by the occupiers. In particular, in December 2023, they assembled a “Rapid Response Team”—a team of those who cared, who proceeded immediately to the utility services workers’ assistance. “The Rapid Response Team” operates in places of the enemy missile hit and, together with the emergency services, eliminates the consequences of the shelling. In particular, they dismantle rubble, board up windows and doors with special plates, and repair roofs. In addition, the volunteers provide humanitarian assistance and mental health and psychological support to the affected Kharkiv residents. Currently, the team consists of about 20 people, and in total, there are more than 150 volunteers from various humanitarian organizations working on cleanup at a damaged facility site. 

For reference: February 24, 2024, Ukraine marks 2 years since Russia commenced its unprovoked criminal full-scale invasion. This attack was the culmination of the initial war of aggression that Russia has been waging against Ukraine for 10 years. This armed conflict was ignited on February 20, 2014. Back then, Russians invaded the territory of Ukrainian Crimea giving no obvious sign of its covert military operation in the now-occupied peninsula. After that, Russia started a war in Ukraine’s east. 

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