Our goal at Hansen Ukraine Mission is to help our residents live a life filled with dignity, hope, and community.

Nearly 400 residents who have lost their homes due to the Russian war reside in Senior Chudo Village, many with mobility challenges that limit their ability to live independently.

Dell Loy visits our senior Chudo village, bringing joy and smiles to the residents. We welcomed him with hugs and open arms, along with his daughters, and are grateful every day for the love and support received here.

Our team continues its mission, moving closer to the frontlines to reach those who need urgent help. This time, we traveled to Kherson and Mykolaiv—cities living under the constant shadow of war. We met families who have lost everything, listened to their stories, and offered more than just words—we’re preparing evacuations to help them find safety, stability, and a fresh start.

We continue visiting transit shelters, finding new safe spaces, and engaging partners—all to save more lives.

During our latest trip, we were able to help two more families. Now, they have a home and a chance to start a new chapter, free from fear and danger.

Evacuation is a word filled with both pain and hope—it marks the moment when life is divided into "before" and "after." It saves lives, but it also reshapes them in ways never imagined.

On January 7-8, our team visited shelters in Dnipro and Pavlohrad. We successfully evacuated three families who will now find a new home in Hansen Village and apartments in Sofiyivska Borshchahivka.

For these families, it’s more than just a place to live—it’s a chance for a fresh start, safety, and peace.

Amidst the hardships surrounding us, the Hansen Ukrainian Mission is certain of one thing: for seven families in the Kyiv region, this Christmas and New Year became truly special. A real miracle happened—they received brand-new, modern homes!

Andrii Biedniakov recently visited Hansen Village to meet families who found refuge here after losing their homes. His project, IDP, carries an important message—life is priceless, and even after devastation, new beginnings are possible.

On this magical evening, let’s sing carols, fill our hearts with warmth, and share the light of kindness. Christmas is a time when miracles feel real, and the greatest gifts are love, support, and heartfelt emotions.

A group of elderly evacuees from frontline areas has found safety and care in Senior Chudo Village. After enduring extreme hardship—cold, hunger, and the constant threat of war—they now have a warm home and a fresh start.

Thanks to our partnership with Philips, the Hansen Village clinic has received state-of-the-art ultrasound machines, enhancing the quality of diagnostics and medical care. This vital contribution will help detect illnesses early and provide timely treatment to every resident in need.

For the last few years, war kept them apart. But in Senior Chudo Village, two elderly friends Luidmyla and Lidia were reunited in a moment they could hardly believe was real. As their eyes met, time seemed to stand still—tears, laughter, and cherished memories flooded back.

Education is the key to rebuilding the future, and thanks to the kindness and collaboration of incredible partners, the students of Hansen Village Primary School now have access to new learning opportunities.

We’re excited to share a heartwarming story as we prepare for a new wave of move-ins at Senior Chudo Village 2. Among the soon-to-be residents are Volodymyr and Valentyna, who finally have something to look forward to for the first time in years of war.

Even in the hardest times, Ukrainians continue to inspire with their humility and gratitude for the good that comes their way. This Thanksgiving, as we celebrate a holiday centered around thankfulness, we want to share a story that embodies resilience and gratitude.

Hansen Village continues to grow, bringing stability and opportunity to its residents. The newly opened primary school now provides 64 young students, including 6 children with special needs, access to education close to home—a step toward restoring childhood and normalcy.

Earlier this November, we celebrated the grand opening of Senior Chudo Village 2—a milestone filled with hope and joy. One of our honored guests for this special occasion was U.S. Ambassador Bridget A. Brink. Her presence symbolized the vital international support and solidarity that Ukraine needs during these challenging times.

Recently, friends from America, including Dell Loy Hansen's children and the Wasatch Group team, visited Sloboda Village in the Chernihiv region. Their visit fostered a heartwarming exchange of support and gratitude.

We were honored to welcome Ukraine’s First Lady, Olena Zelenska, to Hansen Village for a truly special meeting.

This was a chance to show how Hansen Village has become a place of hope and new beginnings for over 300 families who lost their homes to the war. Our mission is about more than just housing—it’s about creating a safe and caring community where people can start anew with confidence in a brighter future.

Michael Fitzgerald, a 67-year-old doctor and former military veteran from the United States, left behind the serenity of retirement to confront the challenges of rebuilding lives in war-torn Ukraine. Guided by an unwavering sense of purpose, Michael answered a higher calling—to serve where the need is greatest.

What might seem like a peaceful, ordinary day in this video is truly a gift for many in Ukraine. For a long time, days for these residents meant hiding in basements from explosions, clearing shrapnel from their yards, and enduring the hardships brought by Russian occupants.

It's hard to believe that Senior Chudo Village has been a home for so many senior war victims for a whole year now. Today, it has blossomed into Ukraine's first-of-its-kind senior living community, offering not just shelter, but a fresh start for those who lost everything due to the war.