New social measures to support IDPs and frontline communities adopted: Off-site Government meeting held in Sumy

Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko announced decisions adopted during an off-site Cabinet of Ministers meeting in Sumy, aimed at enhancing support for internally displaced persons (IDPs) and those released from captivity.

“The heroic city of Sumy lives under shelling every day but stands strong thanks to our Defense Forces. Many of our people here had to flee their homes due to danger. It is our duty to do everything we can to help them rebuild a normal life,” emphasized Yulia Svyrydenko.

Among the Government’s decisions are as follows:

1. New Medical Care Service for IDPs 

   After evacuation, IDPs will have an opportunity to receive additional medical consultations directly at their temporary residence. This service will help stabilize the health of those forced to flee due to hostilities. If necessary, treatment can be provided at a medical facility within 30 days.

2. New Social Housing Service for IDPs with Limited Mobility 

   Service providers hosting IDPs from low-mobility groups will not only provide a bed in temporary accommodation but also assist with daily living needs. This service is co-funded by the state and the budgets of territorial communities from which the citizens were evacuated.

3. Housing Arrangements for Temporary Accommodation of IDPs 

   A subvention of UAH 1 billion has been allocated to enable local governments to build, restore, or renovate housing. A key requirement is that all housing must be adapted for people with limited mobility. 

   For Kharkiv, Dnipro, Zaporizhzhia, Sumy, Chernihiv, and Kherson regions, 100% of construction or renovation costs will be covered by the subvention. For other regions, up to 60% of costs will be covered by the subvention, with the remaining 40% funded by local budgets or other legally permitted sources.

4. Support for IDP Employment 

   The Government will provide an additional one-time payment of UAH 2,000 to the living allowance for internally displaced persons who have been continuously employed for a six-month period.

5. Firewood for Winter for IDPs

   IDPs who are recipients of benefits or housing subsidies across Ukraine, and who have not received funds from international organizations, including in frontline areas, will be eligible to purchase solid fuel for winter. The average payment amount will be 8,000 UAH, with support available for 32,000 households. Payments will be made by the Pension Fund of Ukraine (PFU) after international organizations complete their payments in November-December.

6. Treatment for Civilians Released from russian Captivity 

   From now on, treatment in sanatoriums can, if desired, be undertaken with the accompaniment of one person.

7. Easier Access to Sports Prostheses 

   Veterans no longer need to be members of a sports organization or participate in competitions listed in national or regional calendars to obtain a sports prosthesis. From now on, veterans can receive a sports prosthesis without additional documentation, for use in competitions, training, or personal rehabilitation.

8. Expansion of the School Starter Kit Program 

   Starting October 1, 2025, the one-time financial aid can also be used to purchase books. 

Additionally, a report was heard from the head of the Sumy Regional Military Administration, Oleh Hryhorov, regarding the strengthening of air defense and protection of frontline regions. These issues will be addressed at a separate thematic meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers. 

“Despite the ongoing hostilities, life must go on. These are our people and our businesses, which we must protect and support,” noted Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko.