Restoring safe living conditions in de-occupied communities of the Kherson region is one of the most important tasks for stabilizing the region. Due to constant shelling and hostilities, hundreds of private homes have been damaged or destroyed, leaving people without shelter, protection, and basic warmth.

To address this challenge, the District #1 Charity Foundation, in partnership with GER3 and with financial support from the Ukraine Humanitarian Fund (UHF), implemented a large-scale housing recovery initiative. This component became part of the comprehensive project «Improving Access to Basic Services through Emergency Housing Repairs and Restoration of Healthcare Facilities in Kherson Oblast».

All recovery works were based on detailed technical assessments and strictly complied with international Shelter Cluster standards. Construction teams carried out a range of repairs, including:

• Roof restoration: repair and replacement of damaged roofs to ensure reliable protection of homes from weather conditions;
• Window and door installation: installation of new or replacement of destroyed windows and doors;
• Thermal insulation: full restoration of the building’s thermal envelope to ensure warmth inside the homes.

Initially, the project team planned to restore 81 houses. However, thanks to efficient budget optimization, effective procurement planning, and rational use of resources, the actual scope of assistance was increased. Without any reduction in quality, 93 private houses were repaired in the Kalynivska community—12 more families than originally planned.

Thanks to the successful implementation of the project, safe and comfortable living conditions were restored for 206 residents. Among those who received assistance and were able to return to their homes are 7 persons with disabilities, as well as children and elderly people who were most in need of care and protection. This step has laid a strong foundation for the recovery of the entire de-occupied community.