Help 19 disabled and disadvantaged kids in Ghana

Dear Donors,
At the end of October, Aleimar’s Country Representative traveled to Ghana for the monitoring visit, with the aim of meeting the children hosted at Casa Italia. Through this project, Aleimar works to fight against the social exclusion of children with disabilities and to improve the living conditions of children in situations of extreme vulnerability, ensuring their fundamental rights and providing a family-like environment that supports their growth and well-being.

All 19 children currently living at Casa Italia are in good health, and as always, it was a great joy to meet them and spend time together. Seven caregivers take care of the children every day: four support the older children and three are dedicated to the youngest ones. During the days spent at the center, we were able to share their daily routine, which includes school commitments and moments of play.

The rhythm of life at Casa Italia is shaped by daylight. The children wake up at dawn and, by 7 a.m., are ready to leave for school. On rainy days, when roads turn into streams of mud and become impassable, the center’s handyman accompanies them by pickup truck. Children who, due to their conditions, are unable to attend school remain at the center, where they receive constant care: they are washed, changed, accompanied to medical appointments when needed, and assisted during meals, often with the support of volunteers. In the afternoon, the children return from school, focus on homework, and then enjoy some time to play. Before nightfall, everyone takes a shower, has dinner, and goes to bed as the sun sets.

Within this stable routine, important transitions continue to take place. Some children are beginning a path of reintegration into family settings, which remains the primary goal of our intervention. During the visit, we were able to meet two children who have recently returned to their families. Thanks to your support, Aleimar will continue to accompany them, ensuring medical and economic assistance until they complete their education. For the other children, the search for a family solution is still ongoing, but the progress achieved in their personal development is very encouraging.

Just a few days before our arrival, three siblings were welcomed into Casa Italia: two girls, aged one month and two years, and a one-year-old boy. All three were severely malnourished and deeply affected by the difficult experiences they had already endured at such a young age. At this stage, the priority has been to meet their basic needs; over time, it will be possible to assess any potential health issues or disabilities.

Casa Italia continues to grow not only in care but also in functionality. Local volunteers have painted colorful murals that make the environment more welcoming for the children. The center has also been equipped with additional wheelchairs and a new stroller, allowing children with more severe disabilities to move more easily and take part in play activities. Furthermore, solar panels have been installed to respond to rising energy costs and ensure a more sustainable source of electricity.

Overall, the monitoring visit had a very positive outcome. We witnessed significant progress in the children’s journeys and, above all, a deep sense of serenity and joy. These achievements are possible thanks to your continued support. From all of us, thank you for the future you are helping to build for the children hosted at Casa Italia.