Today, the works of Healing Hands for Haiti were buzzing. We had a number of projects underway. The O & P folks were busy seeing many patients. Of note, was a unique experience of "drive through orthotic service". Bob saw a pt while she was still seated in the front seat of her car! It's like "McOrthotics". Rick fabricated a resting hand splint for a patient out of a knee immobilizer. Creativity and flexibility are key to follow through in Haiti!
Dr. Hofkens provided an inservice to the O&P technicians in the clinic on complications of working with amputations. There were 4-5 staff in attendance.
A group of 7 of our team traveled to Holy Angels orphanage to provide further Caregiver Training to the staff who provide care to the 17 children there. We provided rehabilitation equipment, modifications for care and positioning and new wheelchairs for 2 children. Before we left, 5 children were positioned better and smiling in their wheelchairs. Bev had a group of children coloring, playing and singing songs in the yard. It was a beautiful day!
Right now, the team is relaxing with a game of Uno and a little rum punch. Life is good in Port au Prince.
I continue to be impressed at what you are doing this week. Keep up the great work.
ReplyDeleteBob, I heard from a little birdie (or maybe a Haitian Rooster) that you are undefeated in cribbage.... way to go!
Miss you all terribly.