Support for parents of children with autism and rare diseases
Copiii Ploii (Children of the Rain) was founded by parents, for parents. We know from experience how hard it is to face a diagnosis alone.
A community that understands
The association began in 2014 with a few parents of children with autism and rare genetic diseases who no longer wanted to be alone. Today, more than 150 families from all over the Republic of Moldova are part of our community.
Here you meet people facing the same challenges, who can tell you what helped them and who truly celebrate every bit of your child’s progress.
What we offer parents
- support groups for parents;
- information about the diagnosis, therapies and your child’s rights;
- individual psychological counselling;
- guidance in dealing with the kindergarten, the school, and social and medical services;
- practical advice for home from the centre’s specialists.
Advocacy for children’s rights
Beyond direct support, we fight for the rights of children with autism and rare diseases — to education, to health and to a dignified life. After years of advocacy alongside the health authorities, the association secured the first national clinical protocol for Rett syndrome in the Republic of Moldova.
Where and when
Copiii Ploii (Children of the Rain) educational centre, 32/1 Florilor St., Chișinău. Monday – Friday, 09:00 – 20:00. Appointments: +373 68 303 037 or copiii.ploii@gmail.com.
Frequently asked questions
How can I join the community?
Write to us or call us on +373 68 303 037. We’ll tell you about what we do and invite you to come and meet us.
Is the support only for families in Chișinău?
No. The centre is in Chișinău, but we support families from every region of the Republic of Moldova.
What is Rett syndrome?
Rett syndrome is a rare genetic disease that mainly affects girls: after a period of apparently normal development, the child gradually loses speech and the purposeful use of their hands. Our association helped bring about the first national clinical protocol for Rett syndrome in the Republic of Moldova.
Other services that can help
Would you like to know whether this support is right for your child?
Write to us or give us a call. We’ll listen, explain the steps and guide you.