By Albert Santoli | Project Leader
Dear Friends,
This year, Asia America Initiative and our partners have built bamboo and thatch Nipa Huts on the grounds of the Southern Mindanao Medical Center at the House of Hope in Davao, Philippines for the families of children receiving cancer treatment.
These unique Nipa Huts are traditional dwellings that use natural materials and provide bed space, eating tables, seating and comfort to impoverished families whose children are incancer treatment programs. Rather than lining up in hallways and waiting rooms within the building their privacy and dignity is respected. Parents still feel the pain for their afflicted child, but now the families will have a humane and comfortable place to stay.
The cancer center is located at the Southern Mindanao Medical Center in the heart of Davao in the conflict-plagued Mindanao region. It is the only such hospital is that provides life-saving treatment for children free of charge in a population of 25 million in the southern Philippines. Since 2016, AAI has provided funding to support the healing of more than 300 cancer patients. This would not be possible without our GlobalGiving donors.
AAI's Executive Director is himself a cancer survivor. Our goal is to provide each child at House of Hope with a toy and a book as they arrive at the hospital each day. With our on-site partners, we understand the integrated psychology in healing and the benefits of a child feeling loved.
House of Hope Director, oncology specialist "Doc May" says, "A cuddly stuffed animal is a friend who can be a constant companion as they undergo treatment. This creates an outlet for a child to express their fears, share their strength and to feel loved in a more hopeful and comforting world. Also, we create fun activities for the entire family with art and coloring books."
Thank you for all you have done for these children during their time of crisis. Also, if you are interested in adding to your healing gift for children receiving treatment or beginning monthly support, please follow the link:
Cancer treatment for 20 children and 30 women
You kindness is much appreciated,
Albert Santoli,
Director, Asia America Initiative
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