Clinic Story-Tetanus

In many rural communities, pregnancy doesn’t always come with regular access to care or information. Distance, financial limitations, and a lack of awareness about why prenatal visits matter can keep expectant mothers from getting the support they need. Sometimes the consequences of that gap are serious. What Prenatal Care Provides

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Words from Gretchen

July 15 1996 L2 and Casey, It’s Tuesday, and we’ve just finished seeing our last patient at the clinic. I have about twenty minutes before my ride arrives, so I wanted to take a moment to write an update. I’ve been sick on and off for the past two weeks,

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Kreyol verse – Jozye ch1 v9

Jozye ch1 v9 Chonje lòd mwen te ba ou! Mete gason sou ou! Pa janm dekouraje! Ou pa bezwen tranble, ou pa bezwen pè, paske Seyè a, Bondye ou la, ap toujou kanpe la avèk ou kote ou pase. Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous.

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Saudelle Believes in Education for Charlens

When I first started working with the Hope Homes program, I knew this work would be meaningful. But nothing quite prepares you for the heart-deep investment you make in each child. Charlens is one of those children who has taught me so much about resilience, growth, and the power of

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Culture-the school system in Haiti

How School Works in Haiti: A Stage-by-Stage Breakdown If you’ve ever tried to figure out how the Haitian school system compares to the American one, it can feel confusing — different names, different grading scales, different exams. Here’s a walkthrough of the classical (traditional) Haitian school system, stage by stage.

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