2021 - CURRENTGyumri Housing Project
SUMMARYOur dream of changing lives and future generations
In Gyumri, Armenia, the Armenian Relief Corps has been undertaking a project to reconstruct, repair, and construct new homes for families affected by poverty, earthquakes, and war. With the goal of providing safe and adequate housing, the project has been ongoing for a few years and will remain as one of our turnkey projects.
Many families now have access to reliable housing that meets their basic needs and it’s heart-warming to see how our accomplishments have given these families more gratitude and joy in their lives. Check out a couple of our family case studies and the statistics below for a deeper insight into our impact.
132 people in total
Lifted from hardship, poverty, and run-down housing condition with the help of our donors,
22 different families
have been moved into their new homes and more to come soon!
Enhanced health
Children aren’t as sick now that homes have proper heated and free of mold.
Home ownership
Families can now experience a sense of pride and improved mental wellbeing in their newly renovated homes.
CASE STUDY 01Sharing Hayastan’s story
From domik to apartment
Hayastan is a young widowed mother, with two kids. Their family has endured many losses in the family. Her husband passed away 10 years ago when their children were only a few months old. She was living with her in-laws at the time. Soon after her husband passed away, her mother-in-law passed away and her father-in-law had moved overseas to find work.
Having to experience unimaginable challenges, Hayastan held onto hope within the confines of her dilapidate domik, trying to keep up her spirits and support her family. She did the best she could with the little she had to keep her children warm, fed and taken care of. Unfortunately, despite her efforts, the domik they lived inside of was damp and moldy. These unlivable conditions meant the children were often sick in the winter months.
With the help of our donors, Hayastan moved out of her run-down domik and into her own newly renovated apartment. Her new kitchen is large enough to support her passion for baking. She was able to start a small baking business to create income for the family, something that would have been impossible to do in her domik. She is growing in her creativity and has hope for the future. Now that her two children are living in a clean and warm apartment, their health has dramatically improved.
Hayastan’s story serves as a testament to the power of community support and resources, demonstrating how a simple change in living conditions can pave the way for a more promising future. Donate today to support ARC’s dream of no longer having to see families live in substandard living conditions. 100% of your donations go toward directly helping families like Hayastan’s.
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CASE STUDY 02The Ustyan family
We wanted to share the Ustyan family’s humble story because we were moved by their strength and resilience in the face of adversity. Despite their living conditions, this family of twelve, spanning four generations, they have managed to stay together under one roof.
It’s truly impressive that a family of twelve was able to stay in a three-room domik home. The well behaved children aged 20, 12, 10, 6, and 3 are a testament to their parents' dedication, with the eldest son having just completed military service. When we first met the family, the mother was sewing comforters with freshly washed wool, a skill passed down through generations.
Though their circumstances were be tough, joy was still ever-present in their home. This is a family that inspires with their unwavering spirit, embodying the essence of the Armenia.
ARC provided funds and supplies to renovate their home. The men of the family all work in construction and estimate they will complete construction by the end of 2023.
CASE STUDY 03Narine & Vasily Aleqyan
Narine, Vasily, and their three daughters used to rent until they were fortunate enough to become homeowners.
They had started renovations on their newly purchased home before the Artsakh war broke out. Her husband joined the army as a volunteer but was wounded in battle.
ARC decided to support the family by providing the additional cement and stone to build a better home on their plot of land so their family can enjoy the home in their native town for the generations to come.