Ukrainian refugees who fled the war have been given a helping hand in making a new home in West Lothian.
A special gathering was held on Sunday to help them meet each other and form connections and support networks.
The event, held at Crofthead Community Centre in Dedridge organised by local woman Charis Cetnarskyj, where around 60 families got together to meet one another and pick up essential items for free.
Charis said the event had been a wonderful success and she had heard great feedback from those who attended.
One said: "We have significantly added to our wardrobe and now we can spend much more on our child. Thank you."
Another said: "Thanks for all your hard work, hospitality and unbelievable organisation skills.
"All the Ukrainian people I have spoken to have been so grateful."
Among those attending the event were Thomas Anderson (60) who has had sisters Kate and Hanna Donina staying with him at his Dedridge home for the last four weeks.
Kate said it had been a great way to meet other people from her country and she entertained the crowd by playing Ukrainian songs on her cello.
Charis said: "Sunday was fantastic, albeit emotional at times.
“There was around 60 families in attendance spread throughout the day, one family I chatted to travelled all the way from Kippen to join us.
“I’ve not heard of anything like this being organised before but hopefully it will catch on to help these people."
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