The Ross Gazette reported last week on a new group which formed to help Ukrainian families connect and for hosts to come together and share ideas.
The website for the group, which provides information for hosts and Ukrainian families, is now live at www.rossrefugeesupport.org.uk. Those able to offer some of their time to help can also get in touch through the website
The Ross Refugee Support Group is a newly formed independent network of volunteers who are offering help. Some are hosting Ukrainian families but others are simply offering a little of their time.
The support group meet every Wednesday in the lower room of the Ross Baptist Church in Broad Street. The meetings have proven an opportunity for Ukrainians to meet others from their country, helping them to feel less isolated and chat with others who are in the same situation, which is helping many settle in to a new temporary life in the UK. The hosts have also found it useful to meet other hosts who have been able to offer accommodation and they too can exchange useful ideas on many day-to-day situations.