Oleksandr Popyk, a soldier from the Kyiv region and former biker, volunteered for the frontlines in 2014. In October 2022, he sustained a spinal cord injury during an assault, leaving him unable to walk. His recovery journey began with treatments in Poland and various rehabilitation centres in Kyiv, where he struggled to find the right support.
Through the “Unite and Help in Time of War” project, Oleksandr received a free consultation from the Active Rehabilitation Group. Together, they developed detailed plans to redesign his bathroom and discussed modifications for his entire apartment, realising that accessible housing was vital for his independence.
“The comfort of my home is essential,” he reflected. “Without this guidance, I would have struggled alone.” With the consultant’s recommendations, Oleksandr began renovations, excited to create a space where he could thrive. This initiative has already assisted over 52 individuals like him in finding solutions for accessible living in Ukraine.