Discover heartwarming tales of resilience and love amidst adversity. Follow Natalia's journey from Ukraine to Spain with the help of the Casa Ucrania Foundation. Join us in supporting families like Natalia's to rebuild their lives. #CasaUcrania #LoveCrossingBorders #HopeAfterAdversity
They say February is the month of love, marked by Valentine's Day, the day of lovers. Perhaps you're thinking about what to do with your partner on this day, what to give them... But unfortunately, in many countries, some couples are separated by many kilometers.
Somebody dies. Families are forced apart because one or more of their members are forced to leave home. People flee from war, persecution, human rights violations, floods, earthquakes, droughts... But despite the dramatic situation with displaced persons and refugees, there are stories full of light and hope. These are the stories we want to share with you...
Love Stories Amidst Turmoil
Natalia, 36 years old, a widow, mother of 3 children, was born in Kherson (Ukraine). Her husband and the father of her children died in an attack on the residential building where they lived. Their home was destroyed. Natalia miraculously saved her children and herself. In a state of shock, she decided to urgently leave the country for the safety of her children.
She had no identification documents when she miraculously crossed the Polish border with her 3 young children (5, 5, and 12 years old).
Time seemed to drag on as she sought out where to find help and shelter. The bureaucratic processes were also not quick. In the meantime, opening a bank account, finding accommodation, or enrolling the children in school was impossible, as she required a birth certificate and other personal documents.
Without identification, Natalia also couldn't approach any service for help or information, let alone find work to support the children.
In Poland, she met Antonio, a compassionate 48-year-old volunteer from Spain, who not only helped her with the paperwork but was touched by her situation and offered assistance, his hand, and his heart. Antonio was lonely and had long dreamed of a large family.
Antonio: "A real miracle happened, true love. Now I have a family."
Natalia: "Before I met Antonio, for many weeks I didn't realize how we were going to live with the children. We have a new life now that it seems to me as if I were born today."
Now Natalia and her children finally have identity documents, which will allow them to have access to basic needs, to school and medicine, and to support themselves economically. In addition, they have a new home and a real family helper, Antonio, who happily took them to Spain, to his home near Girona.
The stories of love and resilience amidst adversity remind us of the power of human connection and the hope that emerges even in the darkest of times. At Casa Ucrania, we're committed to supporting families like Natalia's, helping them rebuild their lives and find happiness despite the challenges they face. Join us in making a difference today. Learn more about our initiatives.
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