On work

Thoughts on work and projects

So, though I have not yet nailed down a healthcare or volunteer project yet, there are some irons in the fire, as they say. There have been some very helpful people trying to connect me with others doing work in an area that makes sense for me. I have an experience upcoming where I will shadow some nurses as they make home visits in a nearby village. I also am beginning to learn more about Tumaini Children’s Drop-in Center. I visited last Friday and am meeting tomorrow with the program manager and another fellow who has been helping out. Tumaini has an excellent website with information about the issues and their work (http://www.tumainicenter.org/). During my visit I met a few of the dedicated and warm staff members.  I was excited to hear about the approach of the center, which is thoughtful and holistic its nature. The children were engaged in some lessons but were eager to greet those of us visiting using their English. I will also tracking down a few researchers to hear about work on diabetes and hypertension and another project on emergency care at the hospital.

By all accounts Deb’s work is going well.  I will not have much to say other that generalities and one must contact her to hear more details (or encourage her to write here on this site). I know her boss is appreciative of her skills, her hard work, and insights.  I believe the next few days potential local staff are being interviewed for positions to help with the study.