Things Gail Nystrom with the Costa Rica Humanitarian Foundation - http://CRHF.org needs

Below is the latest list of THINGS GAIL NYSTROM WITH THE CR HUMANITARIAN FOUNDATION (http://CRHF.org) CAN USE HELP WITH:

JOIN THEIR FACEBOOK GROUP (to get the latest update of what’s needed):

http://facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=156808054815&ref=ts

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TRANSLATION NEEDS:

WRITTEN - English to SPANISH (or just compiling it in Spanish]):

RECIPES of cheap, easy, yet healthy foods (including some vegetarian options).

How to make Natural Cleaning Products (Google them on the internet)???!!!! This way it's healthier (especially when you have kids playing on the floor) AND cheaper AND BETTER for the environment!!

(Don’t have time to create a whole list but have some good recipes? Email me/Vicki these separately & I’ll pass them on -

CostaRicaResourceGuide@ gmail.com)

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TRANSLATION NEEDS:

VERBAL-SPANISH:

SPANISH SPEAKER/LIAISON TO HELP WITH DOCTOR VISITS (you don't need to know English):

Stella’s son has some sort of a right hemisphere brain lesion. She cant read or write let alone comprehend so Gail needs someone to go with her to act as a liaison with the doctor to help understand what is really happening & what can be done as well as report back to Gail. If you have SOME sort of understanding of the medical world - great but not crucial. This may require a few times.

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MEDICINE / MEDICAL SUPPLIES:

They are ALWAYS in need of ALL types (including used) of medical supplies / medicine (non-expired & including vitamins, etc.)

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SHOES:

They are ALWAYS in need of Shoes (used & new - ALL types)

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CLEANING PRODUCTS:

Basic Cleaning Supplies (both in bulk as well as family size): Liquid floor cleaner/disinfectants (NOT the nasty smelling stuff), toilet cleaners, laundry detergent, liquid or bar soap, dishwashing paste, cleaning cloths (like for mops) & sponges. The products (even used) or cash donation to go towards that would be appreciated.

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BASIC FOOD STAPLES:

It seems there’s always a need here - whether it’s Gail feeding the kids in the Montessori school, various events/projects or families in need.

The basics - vegetable oil, rice, beans, canned tuna w/veges, canned tomatoes, dried milk, sugar, salt+++

Unfortunately her WONDERFUL Food Bank has been put on hold because of lack of funds!!! Wanna help restart this???

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MONTESSORI SCHOOL IN LA CARPIO:

Their Montessori school is a huge success to the point they’re having 2 groups - kindergarten, maternal & they now have a waiting list (isn't it AMAZING these parents have as they MUST come up each month with 140,000-c for this program & they are!! These are the poorest of the poor peopl...e!) & they can accept more kids BUT first they NEED MORE STAFF (VOLUNTEERS willing to COMMIT on an ongoing basis) from 8:30-noon to help work with the kids with teaching, singing songs, outings, feedings, changing, play - wherever you can help!! It IS CRUCIAL that you MUST MUST MUST speak GOOD Spanish!!!!

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BUILD A “STANDING BOARD”

Some to make a special “standing board” chair for a 9 y.o. child with cerebral palsy that straps him in standing up with a tray in front to be able to do things (you’d need to supply the wood also).

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SPECIAL NEEDS/EDUCATION PROGRAM:

Gail's started a Support Group bringing together people with Special Needs/Education Program. They'll be holding their 3rd meeting possibly June 9 & she needs Spanish Speakers (pretty proficient in Spanish is important here) to help compile lists of needs within the community. Also peo...ple to help find people/resources to do the things. And other people to help with once a week therapy sessions (you’re not expected to do all of the things - just whatever area you can).

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GARDENING SUPPLIES:

Someone donated a finca in Turrucares which they’ve started to create it into a work center for volunteers, retreat property for families of La Carpio & nature education center. They need top soil, all sorts of gardening supplies, a weed wacker (electric ok), etc.

DO YOU ALREADY KNOW GARDENING IN COSTA RICA?

They will trade someone a free night accommodation & 2 simple Tico meals to someone that ALREADY understands the area & can advise them on what veges, plants, trees thrives in the Turrucares area.

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RENT A CONDO IN PLAYA GRANDE:

Diane Sobel Globerman will donate 50% of the rental price to CRHF if you rent her 3-bedroom condos in Playa Grande - http://VillasCostaGrande.com

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DONATE MONEY:

Cash donations are ALWAYS needed!!! All money donations can be deposited with ease by going to any branch of Scotia Bank into their “Fundacion de Humanitaria charity account (yes - it's just 4 numbers):

DOLLAR DONATIONS: 1297

COLON DONATIONS: 1298

After you’ve made a donation, PLEASE email her to let her know (for her records).

Unfortunately at this time she is not set up to receive international donations but it’s in the works.

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CONTACT:

If you can help, know of anyone that can help - please contact Gail at GNystrom@racsa.co.cr / 8-390-4192

(I welcome you to share this info with your peeps!!)

Gail says "Thanks for your support"

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