People who have fled their homes because of war or other events, because they saw their lives and the lives of their children threatened, have gone through a high level of fear and uncertainty and perhaps threatening events or images that are stuck in their bodies and souls and that […]
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When it comes to making people feel welcome and safe in your home, even small things can make a big difference. Maya Rooz knows how to prepare your apartment for refugees from Ukraine to provide them with a temporary new home. The coach runs The Life Curator and usually advises […]
From beets to pancakes, food is an important part of Ukrainian culture. Many of the dishes are inspired by neighboring countries and Christian tradition. Bread is eaten almost daily and the most popular alcoholic beverages are beer and vodka. With these two dishes you bring the Ukrainian homeland closer to […]
Ukraine is a fascinating country with a beautiful culture and its very own customs. A wonderful way to make Ukrainian refugees feel welcome is to take an interest in the place they love and probably miss very much. To help you get started, here are a few things you should […]
Among the refugees are also many children. They are subject to compulsory education in Germany. To minimize the impact of the war on their schooling, these children are integrated into German schools as soon as possible. Questions regarding the enrollment of refugee children in Hamburg schools are answered by the […]
You have taken in refugees in your home. What now? A registration process awaits you – and it can seem confusing and quite complicated. To help you get through it as smoothly as possible, here’s a clear step-by-step guide to help your guests settle in. 1. registration and residence permit […]
The current events in Ukraine have not left children unscathed. The war triggered by Russia’s leader Putin is on everyone’s lips and can cause worries and fears. It is all the more important to pick up our children with these feelings and to teach them the opposite side of war: […]
Augsburg editor Uli John-Ertle recorded a mother and her two boys at her home near Garmisch-Patenkirchen. We spoke with him to learn more about his experience. Uli, can you briefly describe your situation? We hosted three people – a mom with her two boys (6 and 8 years old). The […]
Transforming a room into one suitable for hosting refugees from Ukraine goes a long way in making them feel welcome and safe. But where to start? Professional decluttering coach Maya Rooz (The Life Curator) offers a simple six-step guide to preparing a room for your Ukrainian guests. Step 1: Start […]
In March, Laura took in two Ukrainian sisters in her Göttingen apartment. In this interview, she talks about her new daily routine, the challenges and how much support she has received from the local community. Laura, can you briefly describe your situation? I recently started living with two Ukrainian sisters […]