Training in Texas was amazing! Even the "Center" was amazing itself. It was so encouraging to see two missions organizations working together on the same campus for the same purpose and the same God above! Praise be to Him Who made it possible!
As far as our training goes, first Bob attended three days of "Bush Mechanics" where he learned a lot about solar energy, building a latrine, designing your house for maximum 'coolness,' small engine mechanics and more. A lot of good information was shared.
For the next two weeks, both Bob and I participated in "Primary Health Care," a class designed primarily for the family to learn how to care for their families and the occasional national with basic medical needs. We were given tools to diagnosis and treat as well as how to recognize those illnesses which we cannot treat but need to seek outside medical help. We were taught how to use the book, The Village Health Manual.
From suturing to giving injections, we practiced a large number of procedures (even how to put in a stomach tube and deliver a baby). We were required to read all of the first volume as well as do some worksheets, but the most challenging (and enjoyable for us) assignment was working on 20 case studies which were required to 'graduate' from the class.
We now feel more equipped in the area of medical needs to care for our family, to be sure! Now just to compile the medical kit ... thank You, Lord, for such a class that serves missionary families so completely!
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