Help-for-the-Elderly
Many elderly people in Romania, Liberia, Haiti, and other impoverished countries have no one to care for them. Some beg on the streets or try to sell a little something for income. Thanks to sponsors, the Help-for-the-Elderly program provides 1,620 food parcels to needy elderly people each month. A $49 donation provides a 25-pound or larger parcel and $10 cash or its equivalent in food items. In many cases, a Christian family magazine is also included.
View a brief presentation about the Help-for-the-Elderly program.
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