Dorina

It’s hard to believe how quickly time has flown so I’m long overdue to catch you up with my life here at the Hope Center. The field service is in full swing, so there is a never a dull moment. This past week we have increased to 3 operating rooms functioning. Right now, we’re housing…

It was a whirlwind the past week, but each moment filled with joy and fulfillment.  In the middle of the chaos a small group of us were able to spend an evening at the Palmarium. A beautiful space to relax while in the midst of lemurs. Watching them jump from tree to tree curious but…

Each day brings small moments of joy, and a reminder of why I cherish the work here. The laughter echoing down the hallways chasing balloons, the challenge of building the highest tower from Jenga blocks, or competing in a game of dominos. It’s in these moments between doing our tasks that we bond with our…

Settling into life on the Africa Mercy has been a journey of adjusting, learning and finding balance. the rhythm of workdays and days off is something I’ve had to be intentional about, making sure I find a good routine that keeps me grounded. One of the greatest privileges of working here is interacting with patients…

It’s hard to believe I’ve almost been here for a month already. Time is moving so quickly, yet at the same time, it feels like I’ve been here much longer in the best way possible. Stepping into the new role as Hope Center facilitator has been a dream come true, and every day I fall…

My second week onboard has been a mix of excitement, learning and settling into the rhythm of life. As the week passed I felt more grounded by finding my place in the unique community.  The past week was composed of day crew training, facilitator orientation, and cleaning the patient rooms. Getting to met the entire…