Haiti - Phase II

On January 12, 2010 Haiti was struck by a tremendous earthquake that caused extensive damage. NC Baptist Men Rescue 24 responded accordingly with a medical team as requested by a mission in Haiti. Since that initial team arrived, we have been sending teams to assist with the needs. From January 2010 until December 2011, the Lord worked through 1,200 constructiona and medical volunteers. Construction volunteers and Haitian construction staff built 803 temporary shelters and 46 permanent homes. Medical teams, staffed by volunteers and Haitian medical personnel, had over 115,000 patient visits at several mobile clinic sites. We are grateful for the 1,500 that accepted Christ during this time.

Teams

In "Phase II", we are recruiting medical teams to provide primary care in a mobile clinic setting. Teams can be made up of volunteers from one church, several local churches, an association, or individuals from across the state. Medical teams will have 2-6 participants, and will conduct primary care clinics in local churches, public buildings and various locations. Some opportunities may exist for medical specialties. Ideal team is 1 Primary Care Provider, 2 Nurses, 1 Pharmacist and 2 additional medical professionals or non-medical volunteers. But, we are flexible! If you have a specialty and would like to use it in Haiti, we will try to find a location for your work. Interpreters will work with each team.

Cost

$1,100 for NC residents which include airfare, in-country ground transportation, lodging, meals, and accident insurance. Out-of-state volunteers will pay the cost of the airfare plus $400 for logistics. Housing is in a compound that provides lodging, food, and security. A deposit of $500 is due 2 weeks after reservation to hold the week for the team. $500 is due from each registrant 90 days prior to departure. The full amount due 60 days prior to departure. The team deposit will be returned or distributed as directed by the team leader.

Logistics

NC Baptist Men will arrange all air travel and logistics. Teams will be flown from Raleigh, Charlotte, or Greensboro (other airports may be an option, but could incur an additional cost). Teams will be met at the airport by NCBM On-Site coordinators or delegate and transported to the base of operations, which is a house on the compound of Global Outreach. The compound is approximately 10 miles north of the airport. Volunteers will stay in bunk beds, with separate rooms for men and women. The house is equipped with bathroom and shower facilities. A full list of what to bring will be sent to the team leader.

Trip Dates

Trips will be seven days in duration. Volunteers will depart US and arrive in Haiti on Sunday and will depart Haiti and arrive back in US the following Saturday.

Other

Participants will need a passport for travel. Please make sure your passport has at least six (6) months validity remaining from the time of your departure from Haiti. If it has less, you will need to obtain a new passport. No visa is necessary for travel to Haiti. NC Baptist Men recommends that every overseas traveler be up to date on Tetanus, Hepatitus A, and Typhoid. Participants should check with their physician and/or with the Center for Disease Control concerning their recommendations on other immuniztions or medicines for travel to Haiti. Age limit: 15-17 with parent. 18+ without.