18th Dec 2018
Philip Donnelly, on assignment with Gena Heraty in the NPH Kendscoff Orphanage in Haiti sent us an update:
For the first six weeks of my assignment, I was based solely in Kay Christine where I addressed the serious condensation problem which was causing mould growth. I stripped and repaired all walls, installed fans in the kitchen, bathrooms and dining areas, and installed air vents in bedrooms.
I then repaired and fully restored 30 tables and chairs (which would be thrown out, if in Ireland)!
A consignment of hospital wardrobes came via Espwa from Ireland and I repaired, customised and installed these in the children’s rooms.
I also repaired/replaced drainpipes around the residences which were incorrectly installed in the first place, causing issues.
The Espwa team from Ireland visited for 2 weeks in October and we constructed 3 extensions on to the children’s residences. I’m now taking on the second fix period for these and will complete all works.
I find Monday – Friday go fast but weekends can be lonely. I time to go hiking or running on Saturdays. I’m also teaching some children boxing and Espwa are going to supply kit for this. I also try to keep busy by taking 5 Creole lessons each week!
