Challenges at home Hi, Summer greetings. As I write spirit lifting sun is shining. Apologies for the delay in sending out this newsletter. Peter has been having challenges as Carol‘s health has went through a bad patch resulting in hospital admission. She is now improved. No news does not mean no activity. The excellent work of the healthcare team in Uganda continues to advance and it is great, with your support, to be able to assist.

New project. We were pleased to be able to say yes to a direct request for help on a recent phone call to Nick and Fiona in Uganda, to provide funds to support a rural health centre in a village called Awere which is facing sustainability issues since an American funded maternity project has ceased. The health unit has an excellent team in a needy area and we are pleased to be able to play our part in providing some regular finance to ensure that their success continues.

Health Centre in Awere

Punu Dyang The totally new unit set up a couple of years ago, which has received support from us for the building and maternity equipment, goes from strength to strength. It is a remarkable success story and, as outlined in previous newsletters, an answer to specific prayers of Peter – something he had very much hoped for. This health centre is placed in an extremely rural area – in the middle of jungle – and also in an area of significant conflict. It has been staffed by saints and is possibly going to be the busiest unit in the Diocese of Northern Uganda‘s health unit portfolio. Thank you for your support - it has enabled us to get this far.

Completed Punu Dyang Health Centre

What else is going on? Another brand new health centre has been started between Punu Dyang and the health centre that we have played a big part in upgrading called Oberabic. This is another exciting development as it is placed in an area of huge need particularly in terms of maternity services but there is still an alarmingly high number of home births. Fiona and Nick continue to supervise all the units, maintaining and improving standards of care. One very encouraging fact is that nurses are now staying with the diocese for prolonged periods which has helped to improve standards of care. Nick is continuing with his project of developing totally new units in areas of need.

That money thing Thank you so much for your financial support so important for the people we are caring for. We are particularly grateful for some new and unexpected donations - thank you - You know who you are. Please continue, particularly as we have increased our commitment.

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Give as you live... Give as you live is still a good way of increasing our funds if you have the presence of mind to remember to use it for all Internet purchases

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO HELP... You can donate by : Bank transfer and adding your name as reference. Account Name. NOCF Account number : 00190468 Sort code: 30-90-95 Or by making a cheque payable to Nechells and Overseas Care Fund and then sending it to the following address : Mr Peter Hill - Charity Administrator 47 Heneage Street Nechells Birmingham B7 4NF

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