[LTER-luq] One way to help of Puerto Rico

[barichardson at clara.co.uk]

Bob,  
Congratulations to your daughters, this is real practical help. Any other ways, please let us know. FedEx is not operating yet. 

Best wishes, 
Barbara and Mike

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Sent: 28 September 2017 15:54
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Subject: [LTER-luq] One way to help of Puerto Rico

Dear Friends

I know many of us have been frustrated in trying to find ways to help the people of Puerto Rico. Distribution of food is spotty at best and doesn't seem to be improving very quickly. My daughters have taken matters into their own hands by establishing a Go Fund Me campaign to provide meals to those most in need. Working with friends on the island, they are organizing preparation and delivery of hot meals directly to hospitals and nursing homes, where people are most at risk. So if you feel inclined, please visit the web page and make a donation.

Thanks,

Bob


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Good morning family and friends!

I apologize for the mass email, but we need your help urgently!

As you may have seen in the news, the damage to the island of Puerto Rico from the result of the direct hit of Hurricane Maria is catastrophic. The Governor has called the situation "apocalyptic."  100% of the island has been affected. There is a complete electricity blackout and most of the island is without water.  Thousands of houses have been lost because of flooding and the Governor has projected it will take at least 6 months to get electricity back to the whole island.

My uncle - the Chief doctor at one of the biggest hospitals in PR - asked for our help because they don't have a power plant working, therefore they are unable to perform vital surgeries, support patients with dialysis and perform many more critical medical procedures.  It is also heart wrenching to hear that this hospital (and others) have no food or water available for their patients or staff. People are already sick and gravely suffering and now they can't even eat or drink water.

Along with my sisters and other family members and friends on the island, We have created the "Mano a Mano" fund to help provide food and water to hospitals, elderly centers and others in need - people who can't have access to food and water because they can't drive, are too sick or don't have gas, etc...

http://www.gofundme.com/handtohandforpuertorico

Yesterday, with the generous help of Chef Jose Andrés and Chef Jose Enrique, we were able to provide meals for over 400 patients  at the Hospital de Carolina and Hospital Centro Médico. We have access to transportation with gas and we will be able to continue to provide food to these hospitals on a daily basis with your help!
There is a lot already happening on the island, but we cannot let more innocent people die from simple lack of  food or water. We can and we will help, knowing that every dollar counts!

Please feel free to contact me directly if you have questions or need more information.

With Love and hope... Thank you so much!
Daya

http://www.gofundme.com/handtohandforpuertorico
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