Meeting Unprecedented Healthcare Needs

Dear Friends and Supporters,

As we approach the anniversary of the August 2021 earthquake that affected southern Haiti, I am writing to share some reflections on how this natural disaster impacted our community, and how our Infirmary St. Etienne (ISE) has adjusted to continue serving those in need.

Since the devastating earthquake three years ago, our ISE has experienced a significant and sustained influx of patients. This event left many communities in the Greater South in dire need of medical attention, and our infirmary has become a crucial lifeline for countless individuals seeking healthcare. Before the earthquake, our team saw an average of 100 patients daily. Since then, that average has increased to 350 patients who receive care each day at either our ISE or mobile clinics (a 250% increase).

As the weeks after the earthquake turned into months, the patient load did not decrease. Instead, it has remained high due to both the long-term effects on public health infrastructure and living conditions caused by the earthquake, as well as the gang violence in Port-au-Prince, which has displaced many. As of the end of June 2024, our team treated more than 100,000 patients since July 2023—a goal we have reached or surpassed for three consecutive years. 
 
Our dedicated healthcare professionals at the ISE manage a continuous stream of patients, addressing a wide range of medical needs, from chronic illnesses to maternal and child health. This work wouldn’t be possible without our dedicated team members and donors, including The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation, Prevent Cancer Foundation, the Clara Lionel Foundation, and thousands of individual donors who continue to support our work. Thank you also to our Gift-In-Kind partners, Map International, CMMB, and Americares, for providing medication, sanitation supplies, and personal protective equipment. 

The resilience and determination of our team and our partners have been inspiring, but the increased demand has stretched our resources. To ensure that we can continue to provide high-quality healthcare to everyone who walks through our doors or attends a mobile clinic, we urgently need your support. Your contributions make a tangible difference in the lives of those we serve.

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By supporting Hope for Haiti and our Infirmary St. Etienne, you are directly contributing to the health and well-being of the Haitian people. Every donation, no matter the size, brings us closer to our goal of providing accessible and comprehensive healthcare to all.
 
We are immensely grateful for your past support and hope that you will continue to stand with us during this critical time. Together, we can make a difference and provide hope and healing to those who need it most.
Thank you for your generosity and compassion.
 
Warm regards,
 
Robenson Gabriel, MD
Infirmary St. Etienne Team, Hope for Haiti
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