WHAT WILL WE DO?
Construct houses
During the week one or two 12’ by 15’ houses will be constructed. Jobs include carrying marl; framing the foundation; mixing and pouring concrete; assembling the wall panels; applying concrete to the walls; installing windows and doors; attaching the metal roof; painting inside and out; and dedicating it to the new family.
Carry marl
Marl, or crushed limestone rock, is the basic ingredient for making concrete and needs to be carried in bags to future home work sites … usually uphill.
Sort & deliver supplies
The hundreds of pounds of clothes, medicine, school supplies and toiletries that each team brings need to be sorted and then placed in a “store” in the Harmony House where local families can “shop” for basic needs. Two grocery-size bags filled with supplies cost approximately 75 cents for the locals.
Dig tanks
Because Harmons has no water or sewer systems, residents must collect rainwater in tanks. Tanks are first dug and then lined with concrete. Some tanks are also needed to replace outhouses or allow for indoor bathrooms to be installed.
Repair homes
Most houses are in desperate need of repair. Walls need reinforcement; rusted zinc roof panels need replacement.
Assist school teachers
Two primary schools (1st – 8th grades) and two basic schools (3 – 5 years old) are within close proximity to the Harmony House. When school is in session, a couple of team members will have the opportunity to help the understaffed teachers with their classes or deliver school supplies.
HOW MUCH WILL IT COST?
The 2011 trip price is $1,425 per team member.
Deadlines:
- $100 per team member due immediately
- $700 per team member due 90 days before trip
- $625 per team member due 7 days before trip
What does the trip price include?
Flight & Ground Transportation
-Luggage Fees
-Food & Lodging
-Construction Supplies
-One off-day and overnight stay in a hotel in Ocho Rios.
-Salaries for 40-60 Jamaicans for the week
WHAT ARE THE AGE REQUIREMENTS?
-Students at least 16 years old (as of April 16, 2011) may attend without parental supervision as a part of our Student Ministry.
-Students 13-15 years old may attend but must be accompanied by a parent. Both parent and student will need to interview with the trip coordinator.
IS TRAINING REQUIRED?
All participants will need to attend training and preparation meetings during the months prior to departure. These meetings will provide you will all the information necessary to help you prepare for the trip and the resources to have the largest impact possible while in Jamaica. The meeting schedule will be announced after the team is formed
OTHER QUESTIONS
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