First thing Monday morning, Jacqueline, Evelyn, and Isabelle met to identify short- and medium-term needs. This was the second time Evelyn had been to the community since the earthquake. The first time, she had to search out a route through the ruins of the neighbourhood.
Happily, all of the friends are serene, despite the upheaval in their lives and the mounting fatigue. They have enough water, food, and medication. An engineer has inspected the house to determine whether it soon will be liveable again. As the rainy season is approaching, the question of shelter is a top priority. If the community must continue to sleep in the yard, they will soon need sturdy tents. A generator would also be greatly appreciated, so that the workshop may resume operations and some semblance of a regular rhythm of life may be restored.
The emergency committee is looking at different ways of responding to these needs. The group that was supposed to head to Chantal postponed their departure, partly so that they could wait for Isabelle. They are supposed to leave Carrefour today with Jonathan. Wish them a safe trip! Finally, Marie-Pier, who was interviewed on the “Une heure sur terre” program has returned, arriving in Montreal on Saturday at noon. After the shock of the last two weeks, she has rejoined her family and friends. As you can imagine, activities continue and life is getting organized. Thanks for your words of support and encouragement for L’Arche Haiti!
You can see Marie-Pier interview and images of L'Arche in Carrefour on the website of Une heure sur terre on Radio-Canada. Click here and go to the 2/11, second part of the videoclip. Timing : 2min09 to 3m,09 |