DAR Madre — support for mothers of children with special needs in Spain

We bring together women who balance caring for their child, adapting to life in a new country, and finding their own inner equilibrium.

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Partner collaboration

We work with charitable foundations, medical centres, law firms and associations defending the rights of people with disabilities in Spain. Partner logos and/or links can be featured.

DAR Madre has been developed in collaboration with the Fora project.

Urgent donation appeal

Vladimir Atayants, 5 years old

Diagnosis: stage IV neuroblastoma.

Vladimir Atayants is a little boy who has been fighting a severe oncological disease — stage IV neuroblastoma — since he was 2 years and 8 months old. During this time, Vova has gone through chemotherapy, a complex surgery, a bone marrow transplant, and immunotherapy. Despite the difficult treatment, he remains a kind and bright child: he loves cars, drawing, and dreams of a simple childhood — playing, learning, and riding a bicycle. Now Vladimir needs to continue his treatment at Hospital Sant Joan de Déu Barcelona. Support is needed to cover chemo-immunotherapy with Naxitamab, radiotherapy, and further medical follow-up.

Fundraising goal: 205 109 €

When making a transfer, please indicate in the comment: “donacion para Vladimir Atayants”.

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Mission and types of support

Our goal is to help mothers of children with special needs living abroad find support, understanding, and the resources they need to feel confident and grounded in their new life. The programme combines emotional, social, legal and practical assistance, easing the path of every family.

Inclusion and development

We create a space where mother and child feel welcomed and part of a community. Show more

Legal assistance

Advice on:

— official recognition of the child's disability;

Medical assistance

— Support with medical documentation and health insurance.

Material aid

— Collection and delivery of essential items (clothing, food, equipment).
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Psychological support

We focus on the emotional wellbeing of mothers experiencing stress, anxiety, loneliness and burnout.

Social assistance

— Support in dealings with social services.

Open fundraising campaigns

Stanislav, 19 years old

A fundraising campaign is open for Stanislav Vyshnevskyi. He has cervical / acute transverse myelitis, and doctors are also considering the risk of a demyelinating disease.
Stanislav urgently needs rehabilitation, supportive treatment, and medical follow-up. Part of the funds will also go toward a new computer for studying, communication, and regaining independence.

Fundraising goal: €5,600

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Timur, teenager

A fundraising campaign is open for Timur. He has autism, is going through a difficult adaptation period after moving to Spain, and is experiencing social isolation. Timur needs to attend a camp where his needs will be accepted without pressure. For him, it is a chance to experience safe communication, feel supported, and reconnect with people.

Fundraising goal: €160

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Nikita, 12 years old

A fundraising campaign is open for Nikita. He has autism, is going through a difficult adaptation period after moving to Spain, and feels lonely.
Nikita needs to attend the FORA camp — a safe space where his needs will be understood and accepted without pressure. For him, it is a chance to feel not “invisible,” but interesting, heard, and accepted.

Fundraising goal: €160

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Misha, 17 years old

A fundraising campaign is open for Misha. He has ADHD, is going through a difficult adaptation period in Spain, and currently has no friends in either the Spanish-speaking or Russian-speaking environment. Misha needs to attend the FORA camp — a safe space where his needs and behaviour will be understood without judgment. For him, it is a chance to spend four days in a supportive environment, in his native language, and feel accepted.

Fundraising goal: €160

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Eva Lutsenko

A fundraising campaign is open for Eva Lutsenko. She has cerebral palsy, 87% disability in Spain, and neuropathy — a genetic disease for which there is currently no treatment. Eva needs an individually selected lightweight folding electric wheelchair. It will help her move more safely, reduce her dependence on assistance, and give her more mobility at home and outdoors.

Fundraising goal: €1,000

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Bogdan, 22 years old

A fundraising campaign is open for Bogdan Naivert. He has atypical autism, a nervous system disorder, Wilson’s disease, and other serious diagnoses. Bogdan is now almost completely dependent on care and needs rehabilitation. A visible improvement was noticed after the very first session.

Fundraising goal: €2,000

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Vladimir, 5 years old

A fundraising campaign is open for Vladimir Atayants. He is only 5 years old and is fighting stage IV neuroblastoma. Vova has already undergone difficult treatment, including chemotherapy, surgery and a bone marrow transplant. He now needs a specialized therapy protocol at Sant Joan de Déu Hospital in Barcelona, which is not available in Russia.

Fundraising goal: around €125,000

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Carolina, 13 years old

The campaign is open to support Carolina's treatment following a serious diagnosis: sarcoma. She faces chemotherapy and a lengthy recovery. Funds go towards food, therapy, transport and psychological support for her and her mother.

Goal: €700

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Edwin, 6 years old

The campaign is open to fund behavioural therapy and education. These regular sessions help Edwin, who has ASD and ADHD, develop emotional self-regulation, improve his adaptation, manage his behaviour and maintain the stability he needs in daily life and learning.
Goal: €290

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Ways to participate:
— volunteering;
— donations of clothing, food or medicines;
— financial donations;
— sharing and informational support.
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DAR — a community that changes lives

DAR is a charitable and volunteer organisation that brings together people and projects across a wide range of fields. Over 9 years of work we have helped more than 17,000 people in the most varied life situations and developed 7 key areas of activity.

DAR Jóvenes

A space for teenagers and young people: online and in-person groups, sports, theatre, psychological support, career guidance, participation in Erasmus+, and a business school for teenagers.

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DAR Volunteers

A volunteer school offering training, official internships, and inclusion in the volunteer reserve. Graduates receive a diploma, insurance, and documentation for legal volunteer activity.

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DAR Madre

Support for women with children with special needs: psychological, legal and social assistance, and the creation of a mutual support community.

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DAR Alert

A missing persons search project combining volunteers and technology for rapid response and support to families in critical situations.

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DAR Negocios

An entrepreneurs' association offering training, consultancy and networking for business development, partner search and project promotion. We represent the interests of residents.

DAR Eco Vida

A project focused on environmental conservation: ecological campaigns, educational programmes, and support for sustainable development initiatives.

DAR Arte

Support for craftspeople and creatives: assistance with promotion, participation in fairs and exhibitions, and the promotion of art and artisanal crafts.

Want to join us?

Make a contribution

Any amount will make a difference. Regular financial support — even a small contribution — represents a significant investment in the association’s ongoing work.

Even € 5 is enough: that’s a café breakfast, a pack of aspirin, or a commuter train ticket — so it’s certainly not nothing.

Become a volunteer

Your age, education or social status don’t matter to us; even your country of residence or citizenship is not relevant. If you want to be part of DAR, join us — there will always be a task suited to you.

A project for business owners. Our friends support us by sharing information about DAR on their social media and displaying QR code donation posters. We offer our community’s support and our media channels for business promotion, both online and offline.

Any report, article, post, or even a personal blog repost helps us help others. If you are a journalist, blogger, photographer, or simply active on social media, we would love to collaborate.

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Become a member

From you: convenient recurring payments, genuine interest, and engagement with what DAR does. From us: the opportunity to do a great deal of good, and an incredible supportive community.

Membership fees help the association function fully: they cover administrative costs, salaries, and external specialists' services.

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Support for mothers of children with special needs

The DAR Association, through the DAR Madre programme, has been supporting mothers of children with special needs coming to Spain for over 8 years. Our mission is to support families in difficult situations, offering help and guidance at every stage of their journey.

What we offer

Rehabilitation — funding for rehabilitation activities and procedures to improve children's quality of life.
Legal assistance — consultations and support with document processing.
Integration — programmes to help families integrate into Spanish society.
Collaborative support — work with professionals including psychologists, educators and therapists.

Inclusive projects

We believe creativity is a powerful tool for breaking down barriers and unlocking the potential of every person, regardless of their physical or intellectual abilities.
People with disabilities have the same dreams and ambitions as everyone else, especially when it comes to professional and creative development. We strive to make the cultural sphere more accessible and open to them.
Our goals:

to create conditions for the artistic education of people with disabilities;
to prepare students for entry into theatre or dance schools;
to collaborate with partners to research and implement new approaches to inclusion in creative education.

Christmas campaign — Todo Bien Navidad Give a miracle to families with special children!

Let’s make this Christmas special — for ourselves and for families with children with special needs. Everyone hopes for a miracle in this magical season, but not everyone can make it happen. Join our solidarity initiative and give care, warmth and joy to those who need it most.
You can choose a recipient and send them a Christmas gift straight from the heart. Together we can make this Christmas unforgettable for everyone!

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Those we have helped

Olesya Ivanitskaya

Age: 15 years old

Help received: purchase of a wheelchair

Amount raised: €3,000

Testimonials

Victoria Krivokhizhina

"The first emotions were tears of joy, because the children's wishes will come true despite our situation. These initiatives bring happiness to children and positive emotions to parents"

Galina Gnatyshyn

"Thank you so much for being here. This campaign brought joy to the children and allowed them to forget about adult problems. Thank you for your kindness."

Irma Pataridze

"You are like guardian angels, giving hope and faith that kindness and love still exist in our world."

Irina Ismagilova

"Your help brings faith in goodness to the hearts of adults, and the joy in our children's eyes is the greatest reward. Thank you for making this world a better place."

Want to find out more? Get in touch:

Email: info@asociaciondar.es WhatsApp: +34 960730250