A living story · Vapniarka, Ukraine
A documentary look at the Transfiguration of the Lord Rehabilitation Centre: how its spaces are taking shape, how people gather, and how the Foundation serves people in need.
Real work. Real place. A story still unfolding.
About the Foundation and Centre
The Charitable Organization “Nobility and Unity Foundation” is establishing the Transfiguration of the Lord Rehabilitation Centre in Vapniarka, Odesa region. The project is intended to provide residential rehabilitation for adults affected by addiction, psychosocial support for families and preventive work in the community.
Read about the founding decreeDiscover our mission
Recovery does not happen in a single day. It begins with a decision to change, to accept support, and gradually to rebuild trust in oneself and others. At our centre, we seek to create an environment where everyday responsibilities, meaningful conversations and mutual encouragement help people take these important steps.
We believe that every person deserves respect, support and the opportunity for a new beginning. Our role is to accompany people through change, help them rebuild practical life skills, strengthen relationships and gradually prepare for a more independent future.
Meet every person with respect.
Make a place ready through practical care.
Build trust through time and connection.
Addiction can affect health, relationships and a person’s ability to take part in everyday life. The centre’s stated purpose is comprehensive rehabilitation for adults, psychosocial support and guidance for families.
A new beginning grows through time, care and steady support.
Our Mission
Nobility and Unity Foundation established the Transfiguration of the Lord Rehabilitation Centre to extend a helping hand to people facing difficult and sometimes desperate life circumstances.
Our mission focuses especially on supporting people affected by alcohol and drug dependence, tobacco addiction, gambling addiction and other forms of addictive behaviour.
Addiction can gradually damage health, family relationships, employment, financial stability and trust in oneself and others. Its consequences are often deeply felt not only by the individual but also by loved ones.
Yet behind every struggle, we see a person first — someone with their own pain, experiences, hopes and desire to rebuild a meaningful life.
We believe that no one should have to face their suffering alone.
Our centre seeks to be a place where people are welcomed with respect, without humiliation or judgement.
We aim to create an atmosphere of trust, understanding and responsibility where individuals can speak openly about their difficulties, receive encouragement and gradually discover the strength to change.
We do not define people by their past mistakes. Everyone deserves dignity, compassion and the opportunity for a new beginning.
Recovery involves more than moving away from harmful addictive behaviours. It also means rebuilding the ability to make responsible decisions, fulfil everyday responsibilities, develop healthy relationships and care for oneself and others.
Community life, practical work, group meetings, the Foundation and 12 Steps programmes, conversation and mutual support provide opportunities for gradual personal growth.
Every small step matters.
Alcohol, drug and other forms of addiction often damage relationships with the people closest to us.
Supporting families, encouraging communication and helping rebuild understanding and mutual trust are therefore important parts of our mission.
We seek to help individuals rediscover personal responsibility, care for loved ones and gradually prepare for greater independence.
Our centre is rooted in the Christian understanding of compassion, human dignity and service to others.
Prayer, spiritual conversations and moral encouragement provide opportunities for reflection, hope and the search for meaning.
Spiritual support is offered with respect for each person's freedom of conscience and personal beliefs.
Our aim is not simply to help people move away from addiction, but to accompany them as they rebuild dignity, family relationships, practical life skills and independence.
Because behind every addiction, we see a human being first. And every human being deserves hope.
The foundation of our centre
Official establishment of the Transfiguration of the Lord Rehabilitation Centre.
On 30 May 2025, a decree of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Exarchate of Odesa established the Transfiguration of the Lord Rehabilitation Centre in Vapniarka, Odesa Oblast.
The decree marked an important step in developing a ministry of support for people facing difficult life circumstances, including those affected by alcohol and drug dependence.
Fr. Yurii Stronyanskyi was appointed Administrator of the Centre.
This ecclesiastical founding decree concerns the establishment of the centre. It is separate from state accreditation or the Foundation’s registration.
Group sessions based on the Foundation and 12 Steps programmes encourage participants to reflect on their experiences, develop personal responsibility and discover new ways of relating to others. Honest conversation, respect for each person's story and the support of the community are central to this work.
Please contact the team for the full programme catalogue and current availability.
The team meets people in difficult circumstances in Odesa, listens to their needs and opens a conversation about support and rehabilitation.
Listen · Meet · Support. Spiritual conversations, prayer and reflection are voluntary, with respect for each person’s beliefs and freedom of conscience.
Contact the teamThe centre does not replace hospitals, emergency medical care, medical detoxification or inpatient psychiatric treatment. Healthcare is delivered only by appropriately licensed professionals and institutions. The NAU team can discuss referrals and practical accompaniment where available.
The work behind the changes
The Transfiguration of the Lord Rehabilitation Centre continues to develop through shared work, determination and the support of people who care.
Renovating rooms, installing windows and doors, improving the grounds, preparing building materials and carrying out essential repairs are practical steps towards creating dignified living conditions for those seeking help.
Behind every stage are people's efforts, time and a shared commitment to making the centre safer, more welcoming and better suited to everyday life.
Visible progress
Step by step, spaces once under renovation are becoming places where people can live, rest, connect with others and work towards personal recovery.
Improved rooms, an equipped kitchen and spaces for gathering and recreation reflect sustained effort and care.
The centre's development continues, while the improvements already made demonstrate what shared commitment can achieve.
Every renewed room is more than a renovation project. It is a space where people can feel order, calm, and hope for a new beginning. Step by step, the centre is being prepared to become warm, bright, and dignified for everyday life.
Visible transformation begins with simple daily work. Preparing rooms, repairing spaces, improving the interior, and caring for order all help create a place where recovery becomes real. This is how an environment of support and dignity takes shape.
A Place of Recovery
The centre is located in a beautiful setting near the liman, surrounded by a garden, greenery, and fresh air. Here, open space, quiet, and natural beauty come together. The sea, the plant life, and the peaceful atmosphere help create an environment where it is easier to pause, reflect, and begin the journey of restoration.
Meet the people who lead the Foundation and support the rehabilitation centre.
Founder of Nobility and Unity Foundation
Director of Nobility and Unity Foundation
Rehabilitation Programme Manager
Centre Administrator
Projects Coordinator
Administrative Affairs Adviser
Social Assistant
Psychologist
Everyday life at our centre is built around simple things: shared meals, cooking, practical work, rest and sincere conversations. Evenings by the fire, shared responsibilities and mutual encouragement help create a sense of belonging and remind people that they do not have to face their difficulties alone.
People and shared purpose
The development of the Transfiguration of the Lord Rehabilitation Centre is strengthened by people who share our values, take an interest in our work and support our commitment to helping those facing difficult life circumstances.
We deeply value meaningful encounters, open dialogue and cooperation with benefactors, Church organisations and people of goodwill.
Every meeting creates opportunities for sharing experience, building mutual understanding and exploring new initiatives to support people in need.
Support helps meet practical needs: food, utilities and heating, transport, repairs and equipment. It also helps the team continue outreach and invite people to rehabilitation.
Discuss support
Food and household needs
Utilities and heating
Repairs and equipment
Transport and outreach
Contact the Foundation to discuss current needs and ways to support.Before your first conversation
Helpful answers to common questions before contacting our centre.
We welcome enquiries from people seeking support related to alcohol, drugs, tobacco, gambling and other forms of addictive behaviour. Suitability for a particular programme is discussed individually.
Yes. The first contact can be a conversation about your situation, your concerns and possible next steps.
Contact the centre's team to discuss your circumstances, current support options and admission arrangements.
Yes. Family members may contact the centre to discuss their concerns, seek information and explore possible ways to support a loved one.
Programme duration and participation arrangements should be confirmed directly with the centre's team, taking into account current conditions and individual circumstances.
Please contact the centre in advance to confirm current accommodation, meals and admission arrangements.
Please contact the centre to clarify current participation arrangements, any available charitable support and financial conditions.
Psychological support is among the centre's areas of work. Please confirm the current availability of specialist consultations when contacting the team.
Rehabilitation support is not a substitute for specialised medical treatment. Medical needs and access to appropriate healthcare providers should be discussed separately.
The centre is rooted in Christian values. Spiritual support is offered with respect for each person's freedom of conscience and personal beliefs.
Please contact the team before travelling to confirm admission possibilities and practical arrangements.
Visits should be arranged in advance with the centre's administration, taking into account community arrangements and individual circumstances.
Ask about current programme information, practical support or partnership.
