Visit to Baby Orphanage

The orphanage that we visited last week was in a town called, Svalyava- about 1 hour and 15 mins by car. A team of Ukrainian, young adults have been visiting weekly to play with the kids and bring needed supplies for the past few months, so we asked if we could join them. I was also interested to meet with the head director/doctor and ask if they needed any help with therapy.
Our friend, Bethany, had brought diapers and clothing from the US, so when we sorted through everything, we reserved a pile to bring to the orphanage with us. The director was very happy to be given the supplies- he said diapers and clothing for the kids are their top needs.
We were able to meet with the director, a young guy in his 30's- Vasily Mihailovich. We were very impressed with this guy and the orphanage- the building was clean and had awesome murals painted on the walls. The furniture was in great condition and there was an amazing therapy room! The kids had a great yard to play in and were divided into small groups with 3-4 "nurses" caring for their needs.
I was really impressed with this orphanage! I could tell that the director truly cared about these kids and the condition of the building.
I did ask if they needed any therapy help, but the director said they have a big team of doctors, nurses and therapists to see to the kids needs. Awesome!

If any of you readers are interested and have a desire to help- we would love to receive any baby/toddler clothing, diapers, soaps/shampoos, etc for these little kids! Let us know- we can tell you how to get it to us as cheaply as possible.

Some more pics: Bethany playing with a spunky little guy; Mike was quite popular- the kids were drawn to his silliness; S came with us. She had a good time, but kinda broke down when the other kids tried to touch her...