What does a typical day at the children’s home feel like?
March 2026
In the morning, the courtyard slowly comes to life. School uniforms are straightened, there is laughter, calling out, and sometimes a bit of lingering. It’s this everyday, slightly lively atmosphere that shows the children truly feel at home here.
A calm and stable everyday life
Overall, February was a calm and stable month. The children are healthy, active, and fully engaged in their daily routines.
There was a brief moment of concern when Akua fell ill at school. She received prompt treatment and has since made a full recovery. Today, she is right back in the middle of things, playing, laughing, and bringing her energy into the group.
The situation remained stable in March as well. A few children needed medical care, for example due to stomach aches or eye infections, but they were treated quickly and are recovering well.
Visible development
It is especially encouraging to see how individual children continue to grow and develop.
Abena, for example, completed her training some time ago. With her own sewing machine, she is now putting her skills into practice, making clothes for other children in the home. You can immediately sense how proud she is to be creating something of her own.
Community in everyday life
After school, the afternoons are dedicated to shared activities.
A new volleyball court was recently added and is now used every day. Teams are formed, small competitions take place, and there is plenty of movement and even more togetherness.
At the same time, everyday life itself is becoming a space where the children take on responsibility. They help with tasks, take care of their laundry, and support one another. Regular sports activities complement this, providing structure and balance.
Listening, understanding, building stability
Alongside all of this, there are also the quieter, important conversations.
Our social worker regularly takes time for both the children and the team. It is about listening, offering guidance, and building trust. Especially for children with difficult experiences, this kind of support is a crucial foundation for long-term stability.
This is particularly important for newly admitted children who are still adjusting to their new environment.
New children and individual paths
In February, we welcomed six new children, including three siblings who previously did not have a safe environment.
More children arrived in March, while at the same time others were able to return to their families. One reunification took place after several months in the home, while another happened after a much shorter period.
These developments highlight how important individual solutions and continuous support are.
New admissions often happen at very short notice. When children are removed from difficult or violent situations, we need to act immediately.
For each newly admitted child, immediate costs of around 400 euros arise. This includes basic items such as clothing, a mattress, blanket, pillow, and hygiene supplies, as well as initial medical and psychological care.
Much of this happens in the background and often goes unnoticed, but it is essential to ensure that we can provide help quickly, safely, and with dignity.
Life in the children’s home today
Currently, 21 children live in the home.
21 unique individuals, each with their own story and needs.
Improvements to the environment
There is also a lot happening behind the scenes.
In recent weeks, fences and play areas have been repaired and repainted, and all buildings at the children’s home have received new roofs.
In addition, five new solar-powered lights have been installed. They ensure that key areas remain well lit after dark, improving safety and making everyday routines easier.
At the same time, they are independent of the often unreliable power supply and help reduce energy costs.
Another goal is to gradually make the children’s home plastic-free.
Sustainable initiatives
Smaller projects also contribute to the overall stability of the home.
For example, the fish farming project supports the children’s nutrition and provides an additional source of income.
Special moments
A particularly meaningful moment in February was the visit of supporters on site.
The children prepared a cultural program with music and dance. It was a vibrant expression of what is growing here. Confidence, joy, and a strong sense of community.
