Earthquake Disaster Response Plan

Haiti ARISE Ministries is responding to the 2010 earthquake disaster by:

• Providing immediate disaster relief in the following areas:
  • Water- We currently have two clean water wells which provide potable water to the community. Samaritan's Purse has partnered with us in water distribution.
  • Food- In partnership with Lifeline & Kids Against Hunger, food packets are being distributed. The US Navy has provided food aid and our Haiti ARISE staff has purchased food to serve those camped on our properties.
  • Temporary Shelter- We are providing our three campuses for temporary tent shelters erected by Samaritan's Purse for displaced Grand-Goave residents.
  • Emergency Medical Care- Our Haitian nurse staff has been providing simple medical aid. Additional North American medical teams are being scheduled to set up clinics as soon as possible.
  • Security Wall- The campus perimeter wall collapsed in the quake. This will be rebuilt promptly to ensure security for volunteer teams and storage areas for distribution.
  • Counseling Services- We will provide trauma counseling to help those who have lost loved ones and those emotionally impacted by the quake
• Conducted an assessment of the following areas:
  • Water quality and safety
  • Sanitation
  • Building safety
  • Medical needs
  • Logistical capabilities
  • Telecom/computer capabilities
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
• Sending scheduled teams to help in relief efforts and in response to assessment team results.
• Partnering with other organizations to provide disaster relief

In the aftermath of the 2010 earthquake, Haiti ARISE Ministries will

• Establish the following:
  • Children’s Home Village- Plans to develop a family-model village of homes has received highest priority to mitigate the severe increase of orphaned children
    
  • Medical & Rehab Clinic- Plans for a medical facility has received highest priority to mitigate the pervasive physical trauma caused by the earthquake.  Specified, continuing care will be required for amputees.

• Rebuild the following:

• • Education Program- Young adults and children need to assume a sense of normalcy again. The majority of local schools were destroyed. Subsequently, plans to build a primary and secondary school have received higher priority. Technical college classes will resume emphasizing skill trades that will be vital in the rebuilding process.
  • Church Program-  The spiritual needs of the people has increased with this crisis. Programs to disciple new believers will be crucial, as well as expanding our meeting place to provide a sanctuary for worshipers.
  • Community Transformation Program- (rice, water, clothing distribution, hygiene classes etc.) - The scope of our community transformation program has enlarged to respond to the overwhelming needs of the devastated communities of Grand-Goave. We will engage in rebuilding homes, drilling clean water wells, food distributions, completing the goat farm project and helping students return to school.

• Partner with other organizations to provide goods, materials, and funding to accomplish program objectives