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The Salo Family: Olesia, Andrii, Danylo (11) and Davyd (8) arrived September 23rd in Chicago to begin a new life in America after leaving their home country of Ukraine. They came with only what could fit in their suitcases. The challenges of beginning anew are daunting, yet the Salo's are remarkably joyful for what they view as an opportunity to pursue the American Dream. We are humbled by their courage and strength, and grateful for the opportunity to assist them as they rebuild their lives in Chicago. Because so many of our family, friends, colleagues and community have asked how to contribute to the Salo's, we have set up this website so anyone who is willing can be a part of helping the Salo's establish themselves here in their adopted homeland.
We have welcomed Olesia, Andrii, Danylo and Davyd into our home while we secure them permanent housing, enroll the boys in school, obtain work permits, begin English classes, schedule doctors appointments and complete the mountains of paperwork that come with these tasks. From food to utilities, rent and school supplies, furniture and dishes - the list goes on - the Salo's are starting from scratch. They are eager to begin working, but it can take 90 days to get work permits plus the time to identify a job - keep in mind that foreign professional certifications do not transfer over to the United States. Please think of the cost of feeding a family of four, furnishing an apartment, paying for medical care, all while trying to provide a sense of normalcy to your children.
The Salo's remarked how they lived a peaceful life with their friends and family. All that came to a violent and sudden end in February 2022. Olesia and the boys fled to the safety of Western Europe while Andrii was required to remain behind. After seven long months apart living in uncertainty, away from family and friends, school and everything familiar, the family reunited in Poland for their journey to America. We have spent our time together with the Salo's, bonding over meals, conversing (with the help of Google Translate), and seeing our children play together - communicating through smiles, laughter and silliness. It is a reminder of the humanity in us all. They are a wonderful and kind family. Please join us in welcoming Olesia, Andrii, Danylo and Davyd and generously taking part in helping them achieve the American Dream.
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