Fr. Rick Frechette and his staff are working hard at rebuilding and restoring vital programs that were lost in the devastating earthquake in January.
New premises have been rented to temporarily replace the old Fr. Wasson Center in Pétionville which collapsed in the quake. These new premises will house social work and sponsorship programs, office staff, volunteers and guests until a new center is completed. The only program left to restore is the one for disabled children from the Pétionville area. The strength of this program is that it is community based, so it is important to replace it in that neighborhood.
It is important to note that no building contructed by Fr. Rick and his organization, including St. Damien’s Hospital and several schools, collapsed during the quake. Everything was done the right way. The buildings that did collapse were older structures purchased from others.
Land has been purchased and plans are underway for a new Fr. Wasson Center that will be connected to St. Damien’s. This center will provide programs and support for children and youth of all ages.
Fr. Rick and his organization are continuing to distribute tons of food, tents and tarps.
Help is needed for all of these endeavors.
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