Tetiana was born and raised in the house destroyed by occupiers. She gave birth to her children there, a place of peace and love before the war. On February 24, the family was home, unaware of the invasion until tanks and explosions surrounded them. Tetiana’s sister urged them to flee. Except for Oleksandr, the family and their dog escaped to Voznesensk, where a kind family sheltered them until the area was de-occupied.
During the attacks, the family lost communication and separated. On March 3, they learned their home was destroyed. Initially, Tetiana couldn’t grasp the reality. Once the shock wore off, she cried, hiding her tears from her daughters. The children were devastated, losing their beloved rooms after recent renovations. Their only solace was Oleksandr’s survival; he had narrowly escaped the shelling and moved to a church in the city. Once the fighting subsided, the family reunited.
The Yashchenkos lived with strangers in Voznesensk until a modular town was set up in Novoselivka. They’ve been there for two years but lack space and proper living conditions. They hope to return and rebuild their home and lives together.
I had the honor of shaking Oleksandr’s hand and saw the resilience of a man determined to provide for his family despite unimaginable challenges. As a father myself, I can’t imagine his struggles. But together, we can stand arm in arm with him and help rebuild their home.
$55,000, that’s the price tag for a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom house, but dignity for a father and destiny for a family are priceless. Will you consider giving through Hope and Horizons to help the Yashchenko Family? Together, we can restore hope and provide a future for this deserving family.
Yashchenko Family:
• Tetiana Yuriyivna Yashchenko (39), Hairdresser
• Oleksandr Mykhailovych Yashchenko (44), Builder
• Daughter Alina (17), Student
• Daughter Veronika (10), Student