ACTIVITIES FOR ELDERLY IN THE ECUADORIAN AMAZON

The climate is changing throughout the world. But mostly the changes are heat. Record breaking temperatures all over the world, and in areas that one would not normally expect to find these temperatures, like the artic circle. Our work in rainforest protection is so important for young and old. Elderly people especially are being disproportionally affected by the heat. Virtually every day we have record breaking heat here. And because there is so much humidity, it feels like 40C (104F). I spend much of my time studying what is happening in the climate world. And the impacts of the climate changes are incredibly strong, and all over the world. We must learn to adapt. In many ways, we are better off out here in the jungle than many other parts of the world. But we also are being impacted by the heat. The work on our medical facility is moving along well. We will be finished in a few weeks. One of the advantages with the health program is we will be able to provide health education in schools and communities in the region. We can explain how people will have to adjust to the heat; some major changes in their lives. Thanks for your support. And remember, I love you       Douglas

A couple of days ago we started the remodeling of the building where we will put a new medical clinic and laboratory. This is to replace one that the Napo River destroyed last year. We need a lot of help to get the equipment for the clinic and lab, so if you have any contacts please get back to me. This medical facility is so vitally needed, especially for elderly people in the region. It will provide medical and laboratory services for a population of around 10,000. Many other projects are also moving forward like our work with the University IKIAM where they will be sending students in June, and our agricultural projects also keep advancing. Plus a lot more is going on. So keep in touch. Thanks for your support. And remember, I love you         Douglas