iloilo outreach program
On June 21, 2008, Typhoon Fengshen, or Frank, slammed into the Philippines causing the deaths of over 1,000 people including some 800 victims of from the sinking of a ferry. Iloilo experienced the worst natural disaster in its history. Many people are still without homes and are missing basic necessities.
HCCA's Iloilo nurses asked if HCCA would be willing to provide assistance to those impacted by the storm. Twenty three HCCA nurses and staff served a hot meal, distributed food parcels, and provided clothing donated clothing by HCCA nurses and staff. The program involved 250 families from some of the hardest hit areas.
The program was coordinated through the Red Cross by HCCA nurses who belong to the organization and by HCCA Manila-based staff Ehmie Santiago, Miriam Tayabas, and Ronald Iledan who spent the extra time to be sure the outreach was successful.
We send our thanks and appreciation to the HCCA nurses and to everyone who helped during this disaster.
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