CARE has so far reached over 310,000 people through the distribution of tarpaulins, shelter kits, mattresses, blankets, kitchen sets, hygiene kits, jerry cans, kits for pregnant mothers and newborn babies, food, and water. © CARE / Sabine Wilke

Three months after the catastrophic earthquake that killed more than 220,000 people CARE is working hand in hand with Haitians to help them rebuild their lives.

Our staff of 300 continues its daily work and has so far reached over 310,000 people through the distribution of tarpaulins, shelter kits, mattresses, blankets, kitchen sets, hygiene kits (a hygiene kit contains: toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, comb, detergent, towels, safety pins, laundry line, sanitary towels and toilet paper), jerry cans, kits for pregnant mothers and newborn babies, food, and is providing access to water through the installation of water bladders and water tankers.

“We have already reached more than 310,000 people with crucial assistance, but we are not talking about handouts,” said CARE Emergency Response Team Leader Caroline Saint-Mleux. “Even when we distribute goods such as food or shelter materials, we do so in strategic partnership with the communities we serve, so that we are helping them organise themselves and build their long-term capacity to improve their own lives.”

A top priority is to ensure safe shelter in time for the impending rainy and cyclone seasons. We are preparing innovative ways to help including easy-to-erect shelters that protect against hazards like rain and wind; emergency tool kits so people can repair existing shelters or damaged buildings; and a broad public information campaign about safe building techniques.

CARE has been working in Haiti since 1954 and we will continue to help the people of Haiti over the coming months and years. We know from previous experience a disaster of this size requires a long term response and we will be there to help people get back on their feet.

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