experience the jacmel, haiti physical therapy clinic - pthelpforhaiti.org
DESCRIPTION
This presentation was put together by Travis Farhar and Kathy Coomes of ProRehab who just returned from a trip to the Jacmel clinic in Haiti. All of the info in the slides are what they think you need to know before your trip to volunteer in the clinic. Take a look to hear a first hand account!TRANSCRIPT
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PRESENTATION BY:
TRAVIS FARHAR, OTD, OTR/L , NASM-PES &
KATHY COOMES, PT, CSCS
Rehab in Haiti
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Mission
Provide rehab services in Jacmel, HaitiBecome the literal “hands and feet” for individuals
who are “lost” due to their new disabilityIncrease the accessibility to physical/occupational
therapy services (never had PT/OT in Haiti before the earthquake-only massage therapists)
Work along with partner organizations such as CCH, Joy in Hope, Team Canada Healing Hands, DUFH/Team Angel, PT Development LLC, ProRehab PC, Drayer Physical Therapy, and Excel Rehabilitation
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Transportation
Fly out of local airport to MiamiFly into Port-au-Prince, Haiti from Miami (2
hours and 20 min flight) Prefer you arrive in Haiti in the morning for
travel purposes and leave in the afternoonDrive from Port-au-Prince to Jacmel (Jacmel is
25 miles south of Port-au-Prince through the mountains and takes at least 2 ½ hours to get there)
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Packing List
Detailed list on www.pthelpforhaiti.orgBug spray (100% Deet)Sun screenSmall fanGranola/Snack Bars (a must!!!!)Chewable Pepto (you will likely get sick at least one day)Bottled water for day 1 until you get to JacmelAs much supplies as you can carry (As of July 1, 2010
there was an embargo where you can only take 2 checked bags/person. Check with airlines for current status.)
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Port-au-Prince
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Earthquake Damage in Port-au-Prince
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Tent City in Port-au-Prince
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Village Outside of Port-au-Prince
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Drive From Port-au-Prince to Jacmel Through the Mountains
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Driving Through the Mountains
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Jacmel, Haiti
Population of Jacmel: 50,000Population of Commune of Jacmel: 150,000Estimated Amputees in Jacmel: 1,000-1,500One of the safest cities in HaitiWas an emerging tourist city prior to
earthquake with artisan district and many carnivals
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Map of Haiti
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Future Home of Joy in Hope Ministries in Jacmel
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Street in Jacmel
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Outside of Refugee Camp (Pinchanit)
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Refugee Camp (Pinchanit)
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Kids at the Refugee Camp (Pinchanit)
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Housing Accommodations
Renovated hotel named the Isaiah 61 HouseAnyone that goes to Haiti from this point forward will stay
at the Isaiah 61 HouseFeature dorm-style rooms with designated male/female
bathrooms and shower facilitiesHave showers, but cold and very little pressureNo AC, however have ceiling fans and power outletsProvide breakfast (7am) and dinner (5pm). No lunch
typically so bring some granola bars/snacksWIFI at the hotel (bring a computer or smart phone if you
wish to connect to the internet)Security watch the gate and make rounds around the hotel
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Isaiah 61 House
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Isaiah 61 House 2nd Floor
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Isaiah 61 Front Gate with Security
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View Off Balcony of Isaiah 61House
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Rehab Facilities
Next to St. Michael HospitalTent shared with ERTwo tables and fansSome prefab braces and wound supplies, but
supplies are at a premiumExtremely hot in the tentTranslators are available, however their
English is still not great and communication is an extreme issue
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Rehab Clinic
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Inside Tent
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Supplies in the Tent
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View From Outside the Tent
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Shoes and Shirts in the Tent
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Neighborhood Engagement Shirts Around Town
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Rehab Staff
Full-time American PT NurseMassage Therapist /rehab aideTwo translatorsOffice clerk
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Rehab Staff
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Travis Farhar and Kathy Coomes
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Caseload
Approx 20-30 individuals a day60% orthopedic (great deal of knee/back pain)40% neurological (strokes are very common in Haiti)People typically come back 2-3x/week that live in the
area80% PT so OTs get ready to treat back/knee pain
and assist PTSome documentation to help keep track of patientsFairly organized for Haiti
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Burns
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Strokes
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Fractures/Dislocations
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Knee/Back Pain
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The Patients Are So Appreciative!
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Estimated Costs
Flight/Hotel in Miami- $850In country lodging/transportation costs- $700Supplies- $100In country misc - $100Fees/Misc- $100
Total: Estimated at $1,600-$1,900 for entire trip (Many creative charity/donation ideas on www.pthelpforhaiti.org to help offset the cost)
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Conclusion
Once in a lifetime opportunityVery rewarding (patients are so appreciative) Expensive (can write off 100% of travel and
lodging costs on your taxes)Still in desperate need for therapists/medical
staff
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Useful Resources
www.pthelpforhaiti.orghttp://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/haiti.aspxhttp://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_173
8.html
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Contact Persons
Karen CarrDirector of CCH
Email: [email protected]
Michelle McBrideProject Coordinator for CCH
Cell: (804) 400-3096Email: [email protected]
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Isaiah 61
The Spirit of the Sovereign LORD is on me, because the LORD has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners.
-Isaiah 61:1 (New International Version)
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Do Your Part to Help Haiti!