Freiburg's Archbishop contributes 600,000 euros towards aid for Ukraine.
The Caritas-Spes Oleksandrivka rehabilitation center in Zhytomyr, Ukraine, has made significant strides, thanks to the support of the Archdiocese of Freiburg's Ukraine Reconstruction Fund. This project, funded with a donation of 600,000 euros, is scheduled to run until February 2026.
Construction and Progress
The rehabilitation center, established in a region that has faced considerable challenges due to the conflict in Ukraine, has seen successful construction and outfitting. Modern rehabilitation equipment and facilities tailored to meet the needs of war-affected individuals, including those with physical injuries and disabilities, have been integrated. Staff training programs have also been implemented to ensure high-quality rehabilitative care.
Impact and Services
The center offers critical physical rehabilitation services to people affected by the war, including wounded soldiers and civilians. It contributes to restoring mobility and independence for many individuals, significantly improving their quality of life. Beyond physical rehabilitation, the center also provides psychological support and social reintegration assistance, helping patients heal holistically.
The project represents a vital form of international support, reflecting solidarity from the Archdiocese of Freiburg and contributing to Ukraine’s broader recovery efforts. Local awareness of rehabilitation needs has increased, encouraging community support and longer-term sustainability.
Holistic Approach
The rehabilitation camps at the center include art, music, and animal therapy, aiming to provide a comprehensive approach to healing and family strengthening. The renovated buildings, modernized in terms of energy efficiency, will continue to offer these therapy programs.
Support for War-Traumatized Individuals
The project's ultimate goal is to provide a modern, efficient, and accessible space for psychological healing and family strengthening, aiming to support war-traumatized individuals and their families. The donation for the project comes from the "Ukraine Reconstruction Fund" of the Archdiocese of Freiburg, with the goal of creating a pilot model for other regions.
In summary, the Caritas-Spes Oleksandrivka rehabilitation center is a key initiative that has progressed from construction to active operation, delivering meaningful rehabilitative care and fostering recovery amid ongoing challenges in Ukraine.
- The rehabilitation center's diverse therapies-and-treatments, such as art, music, and animal therapy, focus on holistic approaches to healing and family strengthening.
- The donation from the Archdiocese of Freiburg's Ukraine Reconstruction Fund is being used to establish sciences related to health-and-wellness and mental-health services, aiming to create a pilot model for future rehabilitation centers.
