Mikola is a lifelong farmer from north-west Ukraine, where he lives with his wife and two daughters in a tight-knit rural community. His family, including his parents and brother, are nearby. Since the 2022 invasion by Russia, even communities distant from the frontline have felt significant effects of the war. In Mikola’s area, 20 young men have been recruited and remain unaccounted for, while regional financial support has shifted toward the war effort, impacting many, including persons with disabilities. Mikola, who had a stroke years ago, has benefited from a humanitarian assistance program, receiving a wheelchair and cash support. He is also awaiting equipment for bathroom use. Despite their struggles, Mikola’s family contributes to the frontline by sending honey, homemade bread, and pork. This program uniquely reaches rural residents like Mikola, largely due to partnerships with organisations for persons with disabilities, which facilitate essential support networks.