The Cost of Caring for Cali's Aging

Work on the script continues, and before long we will edit the video and begin distribution. Even as we work to complete the documentary, work on the construction of the nursing home in Cali, Colombia, South America continues. When there is money for supplies, the workers build. When the money runs out, construction slows. Therefore, our fundraising attention for 2007 has turned away from the documentary and toward direct funding of the construction itself.

Whether you are wrapping up your charitable giving for 2006 or looking ahead to 2007, I hope you'll consider the Hogar Samaria nursing home project in your plans. The fundraisers have absolutely no overhead costs. That means every penny or peso you donate goes directly into Hogar Samaria. And a little money can go a long way in Colombia. For example:

$3.25 will feed one Hogar Samaria nursing home resident for one day.

$25.00 will provide much-needed medical insurance for one Hogar Samaria resident for one month.

$260.00 will sponsor one Hogar Samaria resident for one month (including meals).

$2000.00 will provide basic furnishings for one room that will accommodate two residents.

$25,000.00 will provide for the building of a chapel at Hogar Samaria.

$5000.00 will provide basic furnishings for the chapel.

Currently, the most urgent need is funding for the construction of a retaining wall at the back of the Hogar Samaria property. The 20-feet high, 100-feet long wall will protect the property from washing away. The cost of the retaining wall is $25,000.00.

If you feel compelled to give financial support to the construction of this much-needed nursing home in Cali, Colombia, your donations are tax-deductible. Contact me at p.richelle@earthlink.net to find out how to direct your donations. The leaders of the project will put your money to work immediately where it is most needed.

Whether you decide to donate to Hogar Samaria or not, I hope you will share my URL with others who may be interested in the work we're doing in Cali.