A retired pensioner Avraam Koichman lives in a small one-bedroom apartment together with his wife and son. The apartment is their property, but it needs repairs for which they have no money, neither have they money for its maintenance.

The family lives on very small pensions of Avraam and his wife Ella. Their son Vladimir, though he has engineering background, can find no job, because of a complicated economic situation and high rate of unemployment in Moldova.

Avraam received some humanitarian aid – such new clothes as a coat and a cap. He is in high spirits thanks to a chance to update his old wardrobe.

He is saying, “It is always difficult to buy any clothes like that, as the cost of a coat is equal to pension of mine. Lately more humanitarian aid from abroad comes to Moldova. It is an invaluable support.”

Alex lives with his parents and older sister in an old half- destroyed apartment of one room. The only income is the father’s salary of $120.

The family lives in extremely poor financial conditions and their income can hardly cover utility services and basic foods. The family cannot afford good nutrition and vitamins for the child.

The cost of a childrens coat or a pair of sweaters equals a family monthly income.

Alex is happy trying on his new cap and back bag. He says: “Am I a handsome boy? “ His mother is also happy and asking to express her big gratitude to the sponsors for their help.