We awoke today thinking our work here in Malawi had come to an end and some of us silently wishing we were heading for home.Instead, we had the privilege of visiting Children of Blessing Trust, an organization run by a Canadian OT/PT Kathy Bowler. We toured the overcrowded facility that offers a variety of programs for special needs children and their mothers. In Malawi, children with disabilities are the marginalized of the marginalized and COBT (Children of Blessing Trust) is a haven and support group for these children and their families.
Recently a second building has been purchased and is undergoing renovations so that the growing number of children with disabilities will be able to receive physio treatment and preschool teaching.
Kathy put us all to work sewing various fabrics and objects on small fleece blankets for tactile stimulation for the handicapped. Later in the evening we enjoyed a delicious supper of steak, mashed potatoes, and fresh vegetables at Kathy and Steve Bowler's home.
Our hosts certainly made us all feel a little closer to Canada.
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