I have been asked by SEIU to update a blog when possible on to help keep in touch with friends and family while in Haiti. I am happy to do this.
I am in my final packing stages. I received a number of donations from my friends and family to help me purchase my vaccines yesterday along with my food, flashlights and first aid supplies. I also have received the support of 3 stores in the Greensburg and Monroeville area that have donated first aid items including gloves for the nurses, Tylenol for children and adults, gauze pads, ace bandages, etc.
Not sure what to expect exactly while in Haiti- just got word from my coworker Danielle and the two other girls from AGH are working the night shift and are sleeping within the hospital. I hear they are having a hard time sleeping- not sure if its the adrenaline, noise, or chaos. I will try to remember to pack ear plugs for them tonight. Tawnya a nurse from 5A at AGH is joining me Monday. We just got off the phone to finalize packing arrangements. We’re open to the ideas of working in the field with Cece, joining John in surgical and of course the night shift with Ashely, Danielle and Tiffany.
My adrenaline is starting to pump, I am ready to go and can’t wait to join our nurses in Haiti to start making a difference.
Look forward to posting when I can during my week journey.
Thank you SEIU for your support in our mission.
Love to my family and friends.
Jessica Limpert