Jan 26, 2010
Today ACTS began Phase II, transitioning into community outreach in Port-au-Prince. ACTS will be helping to establish and support 50 orphanages and five medical clinics. What a wonderful opportunity!
Phase I involved flying 100 medical, emotional/spiritual, search and rescue, and safety volunteers into Port-au-Prince for the purpose of identifying, assisting and stabilizing 1200 patients who needed acute medical care. Our medical professionals performed 156 orthopedic procedures and amputations. The need for acute care medical professionals is now diminishing. Loma Linda University and Florida Hospital will take over organizing and providing long-term care for the hospital.
Many from the hospital commented “I’m truly amazed at how ACTS is able to deploy so quickly and operate with such professionalism. Our people cannot thank you enough for saving so many lives.”
Phase II will include establishing teams consisting of general medical professionals, including PTs, those trained in spiritual/emotional care, health educators and security staff. They will provide care and support for the 50 orphanages and four medical clinics.
After being accepted onto a team you will need to Pre-pay $250 on the wwwactswr.org website. This donation will help to defray the costs for ACTS-WR’s logistical support. The ACTS coordinator will let you know when to book your flight to Port-au-Prince, or another airport. She will also be requesting from you the information critical for making these flights happen smoothly.
Pre-register on line: www.actswr.org. click on Volunteer. If you are a medical professional scan and email Marcia a copy of your medical license.
Please encourage your family members, friends and church members to contribute donations to help with rebuilding efforts and special projects slated for your trip. Send check donations to: ACTS-WR, 600 Citrus Ave. Ft. Pierce, FL 34950 or you can make a credit card donation online at: www.actswr.org
If you have urgent questions, call Marcia Trott: 864 578-2515 hm, 864 680-8296 cell, or email her at: Marcia@actswr.org.
