In Kyiv, as part of the project “Small Grants for Social Services for Families with Children and Children and/or Early Intervention Services,” day care services are provided for children with disabilities (subgroup A).
The Social Protection Fund for Persons with Disabilities continues to highlight organizations that have received small grants and are developing social services at the local level.
Today’s story is about the work of the “Dream to Live” Charitable Foundation.
Ivan is six years old. He is from the Sumy region and currently lives in Kyiv. The boy has been receiving day care services since last September. His mother says she is already seeing changes.
“When a child like this comes into the family, it’s very difficult. You’re constantly emotionally drained: from morning to night, you’re focused solely on him, and there’s no set daily routine. You’re constantly worried about his physical condition and daily life. There are only a few people you can talk to; everyone else has turned away. In fact, I was left alone with my emotions, my problems, and my child.”
“Thanks to the daycare service, my child has become calmer, started taking more interest in the world around him, and is more open to interaction. I am very grateful for this support,” Ivan’s mother shares.