War has been raging in Ukraine since February 2022. As a result, a large flow of refugees has started. Geldrop-Mierlo finds it important to contribute in this social task to provide a safe place for the refugees; we therefore receive Ukrainian refugees.

After the relocation of the former residents to new premises, it turned out that the former Akert residential care complex would be suitable for the accommodation of students and minor asylum seekers after some modifications. Two groups for which housing is very urgently needed.

COA has been struggling with huge shortages of reception places for ages. All municipalities have to do their part to accommodate refugees. The municipal council of Geldrop-Mierlo chooses to organize permanent and appropriate reception for refugees.