Day 4 in Kenya - Valerye McMillan High School - Majaoni

Today the team got back to work and was able to spend time with the high schoolers. We enjoyed the time we had getting to know them a bit, and helping them with their medical issues.  

Sue and Debbie also did a health education topic related to female growth and development, followed by Dr. Jane teaching about preventing HIV and STI's.  

Roger spoke with the boys about male growth and development, followed by Dr Wara and Dr Stanley spoke to the boys about prevention of HIV and STI's  

The students were very receptive to the information and were engaged in the talks. 

The community was also seen in the clinic today. Over 350 people were provided with medical care.  

Those of us who were on the 2014 medical trip were so happy to have Dr Beverly with us again! 

Joe, new to the medical team, was a great help. He was always willing to do anything asked of him to help the flow of the clinic. Definitely operating with a servant's heart. Very thankful to have him on this team!

The team really enjoyed the day, and loved meeting the high schoolers. We recognized some familiar faces from the previous medical trips when they were in the elementary schools. As we wrapped up our 2nd to last day, I think we all are surprised and sad that we are almost done here. Our last day will be tomorrow in Bomani. I know we will all be wishing for a little more time here in Kenya. 

Day 3 in Kenya - out and about

Today the medical team enjoyed an extra hour of sleep and then off for a busy day of shopping, lunch and a tour.  

Our first stop was a school for children with disabilities. We went there to visit Hanzie, a former student at Crossroads Academy in Vipingo. He was transferred here last year in order to receive more appropriate education and care. 

Hanzie with Chris and Katie. 

First time I met Hanzie, 2010. 

Pastor John from Vipingo

Hanzie remembered Roger

Patrick the Principal was kind enough to give us a tour

Hanzie's teacher 

Making friends as we take a look around  

Some of the children are in a vocational training program where they are taught to make things for resale. We did some of our souvenir shopping here.  

Dorms where the children stay. 

This class room was for people with hearing and sight impairments. 

This was an eye-opening experience that we all felt grateful to have been witness to. We left there feeling happy to have met some really special people, and with the knowledge that Hanzie is in really good hands. But also with a heavy heart because we want to do so much more.

We also did some souvenir shopping and got to pick out some great Kenyan gifts for our loved ones and people who donated toward the trip expense. we appreciate the hard work and craftsmanship that goes into these items. 

Bag one of Chris and Katie's bag-o-gifts from the wood carvers shop

Girl Guides in Shanzu, a transitional workshop for ladies with disabilities.  

We had a great day in the Mombasa area and very much look forward to getting back to work tomorrow. 

Medical Day 2 - Crossroads Academy in Vipingo

Day 2 for the medical team was another great day, seeing over 470 patients. The medical conditions were similar to day 1. Again we were so happy to have a few more Kenyan medical professionals work beside us. We open our minds to receive valuable clinical information from them, as they are the experts in their country. 

Dr. Stanley

Katie & Chris, second year on the medical team. A great pharmacist and an amazing couple to be around! Mark & Bev, our wonderful pastor couple who we have been very happy to have on the medical team each year. (Mark is a little sad that he isn't applying fungistat this year)

The pharmacy is not so busy again on day 2, I think thats a great sign the kids are getting healthier each year. 

Roger.... what can I say.... he's been a great part of the team for years and we appreciate him so much! 

Andrea, certainly a wonderful addition to the medical team this year! Grateful! 

We've been blessed several years having Dr. Ellen join us, she teaches us so much and has a very kind and humble heart  

Laura, another great addition to the team this year! She and her daughter Abby have been so great at getting everyone through the registration area and Laura brushed up on her manual blood pressures! 

Lisa, such a kind-hearted new addition to the team. She is so fortunate to have been able to share this mission trip experience with her son Adam (below).

Adam took charge and rocked the height/weight station! (As well as entertaining the children). It has been such a pleasure getting to know Adam & Lisa! 

Medical Day 1 - Good News Academy in Majaoni

The team was ready early for a full day of medical work. We began our day arriving in Majaoni at 8:00am. 

We were greeted very kindly by old friends and new faces. Since we had so many practitioners seeing patients (7 US, 5 Kenyan), we were able to see over 450 patients today. The main health issues seen today were pretty standard, having seen them each year during these medical camps. The conditions include respiratory illnesses, lower GI, fungal skin infections, dehydration, hip & back pain, and headaches. Everyone worked so hard to provide quality care in our basic medical camp we set up at the school. The practitioners worked so well together, consulting with each other, teaching one another, and providing encouragement and laughter throughout the day.  

The pharmacy was managed well by Katie and a few Kenyan pharmacy professionals. As you can see, there was was actually downtime this year. We are not used to that, as the pharmacy is usually the busiest place to be!   

There they go

It's a beautiful day to send off our Medical team!

They are officially on the way!  They pulled out of Fox River at 4:40 and they will take off from O'Hare around 9:30pm tonight!

Will you pray them there with us?  

Specifics...

• Luggage
• Customs
• Flight Connection
• Health
• Rest
• Jetlag

We are excited to see what God does through these people and their gifts as this week unfolds!  

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Kenya Medical Trip

On Friday, the Fox River Medical Team will be heading to Kenya, Africa. Next week they will hold medical clinics in 3 different communities. Our sister church, Crossroads Fellowship, will provide medical professionals and translators to round out the team.

Their activities include:

• Physical examinations & check ups for over 1200 school children
• Medical clinic time for people in the community
• Dispensing medications as needed
• Health education for school children, new mothers and those in the community
• Training in CPR and basic first aid
• Vision screening
• Hearing screening
• Dental check ups and work as needed

Prayer for the team as they are commissioned to be the hands and feet of Jesus in Kenya.

Rosie and Sue as they depart for Kenya.

On Wednesday, Rosie (Medical Mission Team Leader) and Sue (one of the medical team) went ahead of the team to prepare for their arrival on Sunday morning.

The team departs from Fox River at 4pm on Friday and will return on Saturday, February 25.

Will you join us in praying for this team?

• Safe travels
• Good health
• Compassion
• Wisdom to discern medical conditions and how to treat them
• Love - as they share God's love with all they serve