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.

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.

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.

The residents of Senior Chudo Village are sending their heartfelt Christmas greetings to everyone! Despite all the challenges they've faced, their hearts remain full of warmth, gratitude, and hope.

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.

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.

As December begins, Ukraine welcomes the holiday season with Andriyivski Vechornytsi and St. Nicholas Day—cherished traditions that bring families together. After years of hardship, people finally have a chance to embrace the festive spirit, reconnect with their roots, and create new memories.

We are thrilled about the opening of Senior Chudo Village 2 and the start of a new phase of move-ins. These homes represent more than just shelter; they symbolize safety, dignity, and a fresh start. Many more elderly internally displaced persons (IDPs) will finally sleep peacefully, surrounded by a community that cares deeply for their well-being.

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.

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.

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.

Over 30,000 tulip bulbs, the finest from the Netherlands, have been planted with care across all Hansen villages. This effort, made possible through the generosity of our Dutch partners, showcases the strength of collaboration in times of need.

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.

September has been incredibly productive. Following an unforgettable trip to Disneyland with children from Hansen Village and Hansen Apartments, our founder, Dell Loy Hansen, visited Ukraine to assess the progress of ongoing projects and reconnect with those who have become part of the Hansen Ukrainian Mission family.