04-26-2010

We set up clinic today in Usulutan El Salvador. Clinic location is on a military base. The people in El Salvador have been very helpful. Our hotel is about 1 hour away from clinic location.

When we arrived at the base over 100 volunteers greeted us - some as translators some for crowd control and others as just friends.

After clinic was set up we had a training session and orientation. Its truly amazing that people from 4 different countries , languages, and cultures can come together so quickly.

We start out as strangers and will be as close as family in two weeks time.

After set up we attended a formal welcoming ceremony at the town square in Usulutan on the steps of the Catholic church.
In attendance were over 100 people which were 3 different lions clubs , military band,local city officials , onesight team and local volunteers.

Not only did they sing their National Anthem, but the military band played the Star Spangled Banner on out behalf. It was a beautiful gesture which brought tears to many's eyes.

Bye for now from your roving reporters in El Salvador.

We see our first patients tomorrow !

04 25 2010

Today's the day the team arrives in El Salvador! Everybody is excited and we look forward to an exciting two weeks. Our goal during this International Clinic to give the gift of sight by helping 10,000 people get free eye care and recycled eyeglasses. Our team members represent four countries - truly a worldwide, international effort to help the people of El Salvador. Stay tuned.

04 23 2010

Today is the day that our Leadership Team arrives in El Salvador. They usually arrive about 2 days early to confirm all of the last minute details. A big thanks in advance to the team member's family and friends. We know that we are asking alot by taking your loved ones away for a two week International Clinic, but please know that these 30 people are making a difference in the lives of thousands of people in El Salvador. Your sacrifice on their behalf is very much appreciated. Thanks in advance, and stay tuned for some wonderful personal stories over the next two weeks.

04 22 2010

Last minute details have been worked out. The volcanic ash problems may finally subside so our European guests can fly to El Salvador. That's great news! In order to provide the best quality service to the people of El Salvador, every team member counts. We are looking forward to meeting "in-country" on Sunday evening, with orientation and clinic set-up happening on Monday. The first patients arrive on Tuesday. Fantastic! Good luck to everybody on their travels to El Salvador.

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If you're interrsted in virtual particiaption in our upcoming OS Clinic to El Salvador, you've landed on the right blog! Our team of 30+ volunteers and doctors from all around the world will spend two weeks in San Miguel providing complete eye exams and recycled eyewear to thousands of El Salvadorans who could nto otherwise afford to see the world clearly.

Each day, right here on this very page, we will be posting highlights from our Clini, including stories from our recipients and team members! We will land in country on April 25th and will be posting update through Friday, May 6th. Be sure to log on every day so you don't miss a minute of the excitement!

Here's a little background about OneSight! We are a global family of charitable programs dedicated to improving vision for those in need worldwide. Sponsored by Luxottica Group, programs have helped more than 7 million people over it's one-year history.

Each year, OneSight conducte two-week Clinics in developing c ountries. To date, we've run over 175 Clinics in 35 countries. For more information, log on to www.onesight.org.