Post-Typhoon Ketsana Updates

It's been awhile since we last gave an update on the victims of Typhoon Ketsana living in Montalban area. We were in Payatas in December and met 3 famillies there who had lost their homes during the typhoon. They were living in Tempecil (Montalban) and their children study in Paaralang Pantao. They shared their experiences with us.

Most of the families affected by Ketsana/Ondoy in that area have since relocated to higher ground within the same area where it is much safer. The area has already been designated for another relocation project. The housing authorities, however, have allowed the victims to seek shelter there temporarily for 3 months after which they'll be relocated to another area. I think it's San Isidro, just before Anawim.

Most people have picked up and moved on with their lives. We're amazed by their resilience to move forward. Of course life is not the same. Defintely harder but they are coping. Many families were very happy with the relief aid they had received from us, especially the utensils and sleeping mats. Some are still in need of pots and woks and borrow from neighbours. Oops! we forgot about that.

The medical mission went very well. With about 1000 seeking treatment. There was a Singaporean doctor and Japanese doctors and Filipino doctors too. The people were very grateful for the meds. Thank you ACCT (Archdiocesan Crisis Coordination Team)

Once again, we'd like to thank all the wonderful and generous Singaporeans who helped! :)