We believe that the greatest need of all mankind is the Gospel of Jesus Christ. To that end the Gospel remains central and foremost in all of Mission: Haiti's endeavors. 

While short-term medical mission trips are helpful at treating illness and even saving lives, the teams leave and people are left behind to fend for themselves.

The Community Health Outreach, held in different communities 3 times a year is designed to not only treat those who are ill but to teach families and communities how to take better care of themselves. At each location the team visits there are special workshops. One for expectant mothers, taught by a nurse and certified midwife, prepares them for healthier childbirth and after-care for the mother. One for nursing mothers discusses infant care nutrition and does well-baby checks. A third teaches nutrition to families talking about healthy food choices, the importance of clean water, basic hygiene, and how to avoid cholera.

Often, the team discovers chronic illness and conditions that can be treated in Haiti with a little financial assistance. Those are refered to local doctors or hospitals that can follow up with patients to assure the best possible patient outcome. 

The Community Health Outreach is also the best opportunity to get to know each community, understand their needs and find at risk children and families that may be helped by other programs we offer, such as micro-grants for business, goat herd co-operatives or chicken flocks or educational assistance or skill training. 

Dr. Nancy Swisher leads the medical team of 2-5 volunteer medical professionals from the U.S., 2-4 Haitian medical team members and 3-4 non-medical volunteers. Each team serves for a week in 2-4 locations in Haiti that do not easily receive medical care.

If you are interested in traveling with this powerful ministry, please contact us.