We are taking another step forward for returning to normal with new relaxation measures, but the alert state extends further to prevent the spread of Covid-19 virus and reduce as much as possible the suffering of those who got affected and protect the healthy ones. ADRA Romania it is not that kind of giving up, we will never abandon the mission to which was called, remains faithful and devoted firstly to God and last but not least to those who are suffering and in needs, to offer them all the help and support . Even if the effects of the pandemic continue to last on everyone, God will always be at the helm and He will watch over His children forever.
In the 14th week of implementation of the COVID-19 ”Humanitarian Support” project, ADRA team reached 1.110 people, including 194 single elderly people, 74 children from disadvantaged backgrounds, but who have exceptional academic results, 779 of adults fighting to ensure decent living conditions, 46 entrepreneurs who continue their economic activity, 15 people at risk of social exclusion, of which 8 immigrants and 9 victims of domestic violence.
ADRA Romania provide and adjusted to the specific needs of disadvantaged families and have been materialized as follows :
855 beneficiaries received basic food for a decent living, of which 75 people received a hot meal daily
190 beneficiaries received food and hygiene products, medicines or protective equipment
1 newborns received baby kits
46 entrepreneurs were monitored in adapting and carrying out their economic activity
14 people benefited from social assistance and psychological counseling
4 people received help to provide shelter
The humanitarian help offered by ADRA Romania is consisting of information, awareness, counseling and distribution of food and hygiene products. The services and products were provided by the qualified personnel of the ADRA team who acted in accordance with the security and safety policies and rules imposed by current laws of the World Health Organization (WHO), Strategic Communication Group, Ministry of Health, General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations (IGSU), in partnership with local authorities and accredited institutions. Some specialized services have been outsourced.
”People enjoying the moment when the alert state will end and will return to normal. However, the effects of the pandemic will continue to last on everyone, but especially on disadvantaged families, and involvement of the entire team is necessary for them to feel that we are not abandoning, but we are still close to them. Even if other projects and agencies specifically involved for aid during Covid-19 period will be completed, ADRA Romania still continue to support those in difficulty.May it be a financial or emotional imbalance, we want the beneficiaries of ADRA projects to discover through our involvement a divine characteristic,certain, a steady love that echoes time and space. We thank God for giving us this opportunity to serve others and we can work with donors to further support the projects.” Anca Tepuș, Psychologist ADRA Romania
”The pandemic took us all by surprise. And beyond the social and material difficulties, there were a series of psychological manifestations, difficult to manage for our beneficiaries (anxiety, stress, depressive elements, difficulties in managing relationships with children or partners, etc.). We have been and will be close to them, further, not only materially (through the project “Humanitarian support COVID-19”), but also psychologically. To overcome all other obstacles, we need a clear mind, good adaptability, and a focus on the things we can change, as well as the acceptance of those beyond our sphere of influence. There will be a stage (post-pandemic), in which the beneficiaries will need emotional support to adapt to a new reality. And we are close to them.” Alina Bordas-Mohorea, Psychologist/Psychotherapist ADRA Romania.
Do you want to be a part of it?
Those who wish to join ADRA Romania team in the project " COVID-19 Humanitarian Support" and to get involved, can do so by:
volunteering (you can contact the ADRA project coordinators at regional level);
material donations (hygiene products), but also through
financial donations to the ADRA accounts (specifying the project) or
donating it right now directly on the site adra.ro/doneaza, by specifying the project at destinations.
Since 1990, ADRA Romania is involved in special projects to provide care for the beneficiaries in the whole country. Leading its projects under the motto "Justice. Compassion. Love.”, ADRA Romania brings joy and hope to the elderly beneficiaries through which a better value and human dignity are promoted in the future. As provider of accredited social services, ADRA Romania is a part of the ADRA International network, the global humanitarian organization of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, one of the most wide-spread non-governmental organizations in the world, being active in more than 130 countries and is implemented after the philosophy that caring combines compassion with the practical spirit, addressing people in need, without them being of a particularly race, ethnicity, political orientation or religion, just to make a human service so that the world can coexist as planned.
ADRA Romania articles / reports are here:
(12.04-18.04.2020) RAPORT ADRA 6:
(05.04-11.04.2020) RAPORT ADRA 5:
(29.03-04.04.2020) RAPORT ADRA 4:
(22.03-28.03.2020) RAPORT ADRA 3:
(15.03-21.03.2020) RAPORT ADRA 2:
(08.03-14.03.2020) RAPORT ADRA 1:
