In the Kyiv region, the first inclusive town for veterans has been built, providing homes for 45 military personnel who sustained significant physical injuries during combat. The keys to their new homes were handed over to the veterans, marking a milestone in veteran support in Ukraine. This was announced by Ruslan Kravchenko, Head of Kyiv Regional Military Administration,on his Facebook page
“The President of Ukraine has made it clear that supporting veterans at all levels is a top priority. I am grateful to the benefactors who have joined this effort. This unique project was financially supported by the Andrii Zasukha Charitable Foundation and FC ‘Kolos Kovalivka.’ After our conversation, it took Andrii Zasukha just 15 minutes to make the decision to start building. Everything was completed in 9 months without using a single penny from the regional or state budget,” said Kravchenko.
The complex currently consists of 59 houses, each measuring 75-80 square meters. The houses and the land (about 4-5 acres) will become the property of the veterans and their families. The benefactors will also help with home renovations, installing kitchen furniture, and equipping the bathrooms, all tailored to the needs and comfort of the veterans.
The homes feature spacious terraces and are fully equipped with water, electricity, gas, and sewage systems. Sidewalks and driveways are designed to allow easy movement for all residents.
The town includes a recreation area, park, sports and children’s playgrounds, barbecue zones, a postal locker, and shelters under construction. Additionally, a clinic and a store are planned to be built soon.
Local building material manufacturers in the Kyiv region offered significant discounts, providing materials at cost price, which allowed for the construction of additional homes.
“This town will be home to veterans from various military units and families of fallen soldiers. The Kyiv Regional Administration (KOVA) prioritized supporting military brigades under its care, including the 72nd Mechanized Brigade, the 114th Territorial Defense Battalion, the 3rd Assault Brigade, and the Main Intelligence Directorate. The candidates for housing were submitted by the command of these units, with criteria including those who were wounded and unable to serve further, have families, and do not own their own homes,” added Kravchenko.
KOVA also undertakes the responsibility of enrolling children in the nearest kindergartens and schools, with transportation provided by a bus donated by the benefactors.
“We will also assist with employment and professional retraining. For veterans returning from the front with serious injuries, they are often forced to start life anew. We must go through this adaptation period together with those who defended us. It’s not easy. It’s extremely painful. But Ukrainian veterans will not be left alone with their problems. Towns like this one should be in every community, every district of Kyiv, and across every region of Ukraine. I will continue working on finding more benefactors and expanding such projects,” Kravchenko emphasized.