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April 2020 Updates!
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Dear CHAMPs
A message from Haiti Since we stepped on the HOMELAND in 2017, we knew this huge problem of not having water access for all. into the community where we're serving. And over 3 years, we tried over and over to face it. Trianon and La Bastille are two neighborhood communities where HOME and Luke 101 serve in various ways. By God's power we planted HOMELAND CHRISTIAN CHURCH there; then we started a clinic, thanks to an organization named CHAMPs.. Their supports are so meaningful here... We are so blessed with a lot Friends that God put into their hearts to join us in this spiritual and social battle. Around this community, there never was ANY drinking water; and for sure people can’t grow plants or produce gardens. In 2018 we received a federal grant to dig a well. Unfortunately we could not find water and that opportunity was lost. A government-run utility station with non-potable water is sometimes available, but it is off the main road; and even more, we can go weeks without any drop of water there. The proof of dirty water was in February, when we had people of ALL ages fall sick of Typhoid. Two children had the fever from HOMELAND Christian church. They DIED after surgery for perforated bowel, a painful complication of Typhoid Fever. Even me, I was victim, with high fever and in bed for 5 days in that period. R I P Mackenley and Jameson. Thanks to our supporters CHAMPs in Haiti, we have a daily program, sharing water with 100 families. The pump house is open from 7-9am and 4-6pm Praise God! We have young boys working daily on the system to fill water buckets and serve the community. We expect during the dry season to buy trucks of water but the cistern is collecting plenty of water to sustain this community right now. May God be with you! MERCI’ MERCI’ MERCI’. Pastor Rodney Jusme’- HOME Clinic Church – Trianon Haiti |
From CHAMPs in Haiti:
As the Covid-19 Virus affects all of us here in the US, Haiti has identified (4/23/20) 62 cases with 4 deaths related to coronavirus. In March, the CHAMPs board zoomed with community leaders at the HOMELAND clinic. At that time, with complete lack of PPE or protection for clinical staff, a decision was made to suspend Saturday Clinics, in an effort to stop further community spread and keep staff safe. As April ends, Dr. Peterson reports NO clear evidence of spread on the mountain village. But of course families with acute and chronic medical conditions need our attention. CHAMPs has shipped N100 masks with filter replacements. Once they arrive, Saturday clinics can resume safely. An education focus will be priority, with handwashing and social distancing to the best practicality for Haitians. We will keep you informed as it comes to us, on the ensuing virus spread. YOUR SUPPORT is making a difference in Haiti! Kay Anderson, CHAMPs President Kay Anderson 
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Water in the village!
Oct 2019 marks 1-year Anniversary of Homeland Clinic
Please join us for our upcoming fundraiser at Cambria Studio! Click the YouTube video link below to see last year's presentation:
New in October 2018!
**THANK YOU to our newest partner, Northwest Dental Group!
Thank you to Northwest Dental Group! Your $600.00 dental supply stipend to Dr. Vava will be distributed over the next 6 months to assist Dr. Vava in at thke Homeland Clinic. Additionally Dr. Rob and the practice there has donated a box of Dental instruments and supplies worth more than $800.00. The team will hand-carry your offering in October.
**HOME clinic opens in Village Triano (Pop est. 8000)
In partnership with Luke101 (property and building owners) CHAMPs in Haiti will finance and manage a year round medical clinic operated by Haitian health care workers.
Dr. Jacques Peterson Thosiac
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Dr. Vava Residor DDS
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The CHAMPs board has voted to pay a stipend for bi-weekly clinics; Both doctors will receive $150.00/day and all medical supplies for distribution. Haitian economical standards defines this pay grade as a fair and living wage.
**Electronic Medical Record is ready for use!
In partnership with nonprofit EMR4DW (Electronic Medical Records for Developing Worlds) doctors onsite, as well as CHAMPs volunteers, will track progress and save medical records at the clinic. The iPADs provided for this computer program will operate using onsite solar-powered electricity!
**Electronic Medical Record is ready for use!
In partnership with nonprofit EMR4DW (Electronic Medical Records for Developing Worlds) doctors onsite, as well as CHAMPs volunteers, will track progress and save medical records at the clinic. The iPADs provided for this computer program will operate using onsite solar-powered electricity!
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CHAMPs in Haiti employs NO paid staff – we are all volunteers! 100% of donations will:
We are so proud to be at this juncture of progress and can’t wait to celebrate its opening! |
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"When you know better you will do better" Maya Angelou
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*** Attention Venmo Users *** Venmo is CHAMPs preferred payment method! Our Venmo Account address is Champs-ChampsinHaiti |