Operation Hope for Children of Haiti | OHFCOH
Service and Commitment Above Self
The Hope Mobile Clinic Project - Redirected Efforts in wake of Haiti's Earthquake
The Mission The Hope Mobile Clinic project's mission is to provide immediate tempor
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| News 01.19.10: Jenny Delaleu, our Executive Secretary attended a meeting at Stony Brook Medical Center directed by CEO, Dr. Strongwater in order to combine efforts of the university and medical center staff. This meeting was an effort to organize and efficiently streamline all of the gracious efforts of all those attempting to help the earthquake victims of Haiti. A sub committee has been formed. In addition, a trip overseas to Haiti may be facilitated by Dr. Shanley, Associate Dean for International Programs within the coming week. 01.5.10: Executive Secretary, Jenny Delaleu met with the Uniondale school district and Supervisor Kate Murray of the Town of Hempstead at a conference to combine all efforts in a concerted fashion to assist both those suffering in Haiti and the heartbroken youth, friends and families of Uniondale. A subcommittee has been formed. 01.14.10: Our founder, Eddy Delaleu has redirected his efforts at assisting the injured and homeless. 01.12.10: Haiti has been hit with a catastrophic earthquake, measuring 7.1 on the richter scale - leveling PAP, destroying homes and precious lives. 08.01.09: Jenny our Executive Secretary has teamed up with Dr. Lesly Ed Archer, MD, MPH from Montreal Canada, Medical Director of Adventist Hospital of Diquini Haiti, to launch The Operation Hope Mobile Clinic Project in Haiti. They are currently working on data collection with the assistance of our on site Administrator, Mr. Jhim Laury Batalien for a more torough evaluation of the current medical and social needs of targetted populations. Within a month, they will submit their findindgs to the Board and hopefully with the financial support of our donors, we will be able to kick off this program by August 1, 2009.
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ary medical assistance to needy members of the targeted communities throughout the country, beginning in the most southern end of the island of Haiti, through direct social, medical and health care services, disease prevention, family planning and social support where applicable . 
Mobile Clinic Mission to Gonaives and Port Salut
Monday September 7, 2009 5:00 AM - Sunday September 13, 2009 11:00 AM
INFORMATION PACKAGE
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/maps/caribbean/haiti/ (map)
COST PER PARTICIPANT:
Air fare:
Varies from destination. Book with Delta, American or Spirit. Delta appears to be cheaper. Please make your reservation early with Operation Hope and book your Airline early as well at least 15 days in advance.
All others:
$415.00 for 3 nights Guest House Accommodations, Airport transfers, all local transportation, 3 meals daily and sightseeing.
24 Hour Security service provided by Operation Hope.
Operation Hope is looking for a GROUP OF VOLUNTEERS of at least 10 Medical professionals to include, Doctors (Obstetricians and General Practitioners), Registered Nurses, Nurses Aid and at least one Social Worker. Non Medical Professionals are welcome however, they should be ready to take part in all activities as their help will be required in all phases of this mission.
This Mission is scheduled to be a very tight and extensive endeavor. There will be very little time for sightseeing and entertainment however; the Trip Coordinator will make every effort to create time for a little fun.
NOTE:
Bring as much medication and supplies you can (refer to the cases listed below) WE HAVE NONE. The need is great, the beneficiaries are many. Medication to be prescribed and given on site.
We expect to face many different cases such as:
Mainly in Cite Hanna, Gonaives, (GROUP A) we noted many 6 – 8 months pregnant women who never seen a doctor claiming vaginal infections which we suspect may lead to premature labor:
- No or little doctor follow has been shown to leaf to low birth weight
- Preeclampsia (hi blood pressure during pregnancy) - can be fatal
- Diabetes during pregnancy can be fatal
- Anemia, etc
-Other cases noted:
- Skin diseases that maybe related to water contamination
- Diarrhea
-Cold and fever etc...
Please come ready to work.
NOTE: Make sure your vaccination is up to date.
Things to bring with you:
a- Imodium
b- Insect repellent
c- Sunscreen lotion
d- Hat or baseball cap
e- Flash light
f- Lighters (In your check luggage)
d- Bottle water (To be purchased on location)
e- Personal items
We will be divided into 3 Groups:
Volunteers have the choice between:
1- A 4 Day/3 Night Missionary Trip. GROUP A 9/ 7 – 10/ 2009 Cite Hanna/GONAIVES
2- A 4 Day/3 Night Missionary Trip. GROUP B 9/ 10 – 13/ 2009 and PORT SALUT
3- A 7 Day/3 Night Missionary Trip. GROUP AB 9/7-13/2009 GONAIVES/PORT SALUT
ITINERARY
DAY 1/GROUP A AND GROUP AB
September 7, 2009 *5:00 AM Departs US (Depends on flight origination)
02:00 PM Arrives Port-au-Prince Airport
03:00 PM Departs PAP Airport to Gonaives
07:00 PM Arrives Gonaives
Guest House check in
Briefing and Dinner
DAY 2
September 8, 2009 06:00 AM Wake up call
07:00 AM Breakfast
07:30 AM Report to CITE HANNA
08:00 AM Clinic begins
11:30 AM Group 1 Lunch break
12:30 PM Group 2 Lunch break
04:00 PM Clinic ends
05:30 PM Back to Guest House
06:00 PM Brieffing and Dinner
07:00 PM Community meeting and Prayer
DAY 3
September 9, 2009 06:00 AM Wake up call
07:00 AM Breakfast/Guest House check out
07:30 AM Report to Pastor Onel’s Church
08:00 AM Clinic begins
12:00 PM Clinic ends
12:30 PM Departs Gonaives
02:00 PM Arrives Montouis. Late lunch with the locals.
Fun at the beach
04:00 PM Departs Montouis
06:30 PM Arrives Petion Ville “Chez Harris” for Dinner
08:30 PM Departs “chez Harris”
09:30 PM Arrives at Guest House/Check in
DAY 4
September 10, 2009 07:00 AM Wake up call
08:00 AM Breakfast
09:00 AM Guest House check out
09:30 AM Departs Guest House to Airport
Group AB stays at Guest House
11:00 AM Departs to the US
02:00 PM Group B arrives from the US
03:00 PM Departs Airport in bound to Port Salut
Pick up Group AB on the way
04:00 PM Late lunch with the locals
Carrefour Desruisseaux
05:00 PM Departs Carrefour Desruisseaux
07:30 PM Arrives Port Salut. Guest House check in
08:30 PM Briefing and Dinner
DAY 5
September 11, 2009 06:00 AM Wake up call
07:00 A M Breakfast
07:30 AM Report to City Hospital
08:00 AM Clinic begins
11:30 AM Group 1 Lunch break
12:30 PM Group 2 Lunch break
04:00 PM Clinic ends
05:00 PM Fun time at the beach
07:00 PM Arrives at Guest House
07:30 PM Dinner/Community meeting and Prayer
DAY 6
September 12, 2009 06:00 AM Wake up call
07:00 AM Breakfast/Guest House check out
07:30 AM Report to City Hospital
08:00 AM Clinic begins
12:00 PM Clinic ends
12:30 PM Departs Port Salut
02:00 PM Arrives Desruisseaux. Quick lunch 02:30 PM Departs Desruisseaux
04:00 PM Arrives Gressier Soleil Antillais
Fun at the beach. Enjoy Food Creole
07:00 PM Departs Soleil Antillais
08:00 PM Arrives at Guest House/Check in
09:00 PM Debriefing/Dinner and Prayer
DAY 7
September 13, 2009 07:00 AM Wake up call
08:00 AM Breakfast
09:00 AM Guest House check out
09:30 AM Departs Guest House to Airport 11:00 AM Departs to the US
NOTE: Itinerary is subject to change without notice.
But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.
- Isaiah 53:5 Operation appreciates your support and services to humanity in taking part in this Mobile Clinic Medical Mission.
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Recent Statistical Report on Port Salut
By: Berice Destine
New York Time
