It's expected about 100,000 refugees could arrive into Ireland during the conflict.
The midlands is opening its doors to families being displaced by the war in Eastern Europe.
Early estimations indicate between 80,000 and 100,000 refugees could arrive into Ireland during the conflict.
Among those is the family of a Ukrainian couple who made Laois their home in recent years.
The mum and her three children, who arrived into Shannon last night, are now resting in Portlaoise.
Portlaoise's Monsignor John Byrne says they are stressed and worried about the family they've behind.
He's been speaking with Will Faulkner on Midlands Today and says the local community is going to support everyone they can:
They are among 1,800 Ukrainian refugees who have arrived into Ireland.
Taoiseach Micheál Martin says everything will be done to make sure people fleeing the war get proper accommodation, healthcare, education and other services.
It's estimated more than 1.7 million people have so far fled the war torn country, with Micheál Martin expecting many more arrivals:
A meeting is being held in Portarlington this evening to reach out to the Ukrainian diaspora living in the midlands.
The Port Homes & Support for Ukraine is gathering in the Portarlington Rugby Club from 8pm.
Anyone who wishes to attend can contact: 0876715668.
Outdoor Event Space Will Boost Laois' Night Time Economy - Fine Gael
Good Things Happen When You Get A Group Of Committed People - Castlepollard Local Development
60km Memorial Walk Starting In Westmeath This Weekend
Car Parking Costs Add Unnecessary Stress To Cancer Treatment Patients - LARCC
Laois Gardaí Investigating Stolen Car
Thousands Of Westmeath Homes Told Not To Consume Tap Water
Under-Utilised Facility Could Get New Education And Training Centre
Most Of The Country Lives Within 300 Metres Of A Licenced Premises
HSE Funding Insufficient For Midlands Population Growth - Sinn Féin
"A Wonderful Husband, Father And Friend" - Mark Walsh Remembered At His Funeral
Rock Legends 'The Cult' To Headline Forest Fest
"A Huge Relief" Parent Reacts To Return Of Nurse To MRHM
Motorist In Westmeath Clocked Speeding On National Slow Down Day
Plans Submitted For Over 100 Offaly Homes
Midlands Student Among Winners At Prestigious Trad Music Awards
Midlands Man Who Died In Workplace Incident To Be Laid To Rest Today
'Exceptional' Nurse To Return To MRHM Paediatric Diabetes Service
Children's Health Ireland Disputing Stats On Cancellations
Support The Bees For 'No Mow May' - Offaly County Council
10 Year Masterplan For Derryounce Lakes and Trails Nearly Set