It has been 11 years since I was at Tenwek. Here are some observations of the changes --
The most evident has been the "connectedness" of this organization. When I was here before it was only a short wave radio BBC that was available. Now, we have the internet and CNN!
There has been a marked expansion of the facilities. Most impressive is the new operating theatre, new nursing school and facilities of the guest house.
There has been a remarkable growth of the educational mission at Tenwek. There are more medical and nursing students as well as faculty for both. One surprise was a "patient simulation center" in the nursing school.
A mixed observation is that there is more treatment for HIV. These HIV treatments have been made possible by both the generosity of the USA in partnership with the Kenyan government and health providers.
What hasn't changed is the dedication to the healing mission of the people that work here. This is a place where faith is translated into actions of compassion to people who suffer more than can be reduced to numbers.
Marvin & Micki
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Dad,
ReplyDeleteThanks for this. Can you check your email? I am writing you an email which I would love for you to respond to.
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John
Mom and Dad,
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear you guys are having fun! You missed 5 inches of snow Tuesday (election day)...Mimi and I had a ball sleding. I sent some pictures to your email if you can check it. Love
Bill