Greetings, Church at Brook Hills! Your gift to mothers and babies at frontline church partners in Togo is making it possible for babies to have a promising start to life. Babies and their caregivers receive holistic care from before they are born through their first year of life. Survival staff spend valuable time with caregivers and babies, ensuring each baby is healthy and growing.
This report includes updates on Survival activities at Eglise du Pentecote du Togo Paroisse (TG0224), Eglise Baptiste Evangelique Atsave (TG0524), Eglise de la Grande Commission (TG0604), Eglise de la Grande Commission (TG0606) and Eglise Biblique Chretienne de la vie Profonde Paroisse (TG0710). Currently, a total of 69 babies and their mothers are receiving care at these centers.
In the photo above, a caregiver at Eglise du Pentecote du Togo Paroisse (TG0224) holds her two daughters outside their home.
A Letter From Noélie, a Caregiver at Eglise Biblique Chretienne de la vie Profonde Paroisse (TG0710)
Dear Friends,
In 2021, my husband fell suddenly ill, and though I cared for him, he was not getting better. Our business went bankrupt, so we moved in with my husband’s family. We came to the child development center for help and were warmly received by Survival staff. As soon as I registered for the Survival program, my heart found peace. I gave birth to twin boys.
The Survival program made it possible for us to afford medical care and medicine. It enabled regular doctor’s visits for both me and my children. We also receive food and hygiene kits every month. Survival staff share valuable teachings in many areas, including child development. I have confidence because they are preparing my babies for a bright future.
I thank God for the Survival program. Without it, I would have no hope. May God bless you, protect you and keep you healthy.
Sincerely,
Noélie
Ministry Progress at TG0224, TG0524, TG0604, TG0606 and TG0710
(January 2022 – June 2022)
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- 107 babies and their mothers served
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- 10 babies born and 100% had a healthy birth weight
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- 41 babies transitioned to Sponsorship
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- 25 babies, on average per month, treated for malnutrition
Babies Who Transitioned to Compassion’s Sponsorship Program
at TG0224, TG0524, TG0604, TG0606 and TG0710
Thanks to your support, these babies (and others) have recently celebrated their first birthdays and transitioned to home-based care through Compassion’s Sponsorship Program. They will continue their growth with the guidance provided to them by church staff and a loving sponsor.
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- Adjo
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- Akosssiwa
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- Komi
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- Ama
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- Elom
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- Yawa
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- Kokou
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- Kodzo
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- Yawa
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- Ami
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- Yawa
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- Yawo
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- Hezouwe
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- Kokou
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- Yao
Survival Activities at Eglise du Pentecote du Togo Paroisse (TG0224)
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- Mothers and their babies attend a presentation on breastfeeding.
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- A Survival staff member visits a mother and her baby to address health concerns.
Survival Activities at Eglise Baptiste Evangelique Atsave (TG0524)
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- The Survival Specialist shares information on preventing illness through good hygiene habits.
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- Caregivers learn how routines can help babies through times of change.
Survival Activities at Eglise de la Grande Commission (TG0604)
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- Fathers attend a presentation where they are encouraged to be involved in the lives of their children.
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- During a home visit, a mother learns how to lessen the separation anxiety her baby experiences.
Survival Activities at Eglise de la Grande Commission (TG0606)
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- A baby participates in language and communication development activities.
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- Survival program participants attend a presentation on parenting responsibilities.
Survival Activities at Eglise Biblique Chretienne de la vie Profonde Paroisse (TG0710)
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- A group of mothers praise God and sing songs before studying the book of Matthew together.
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- The Survival Specialist shares information on a baby’s temperament and how that can affect the mother-baby relationship.
Survival Spotlight: Delivery Care
The health of mothers and newborns is intricately related. Because of this, Compassion church partners provide prenatal care to give expectant moms and their babies the support they need for a safe and healthy birth. Mothers are able to attend prenatal medical appointments, when in the past they could never have considered such an expense. They also receive transportation to their local health center or hospital so they can keep those appointments. If their pregnancy has proceeded smoothly, skilled birth attendants guide and support them through the birthing process. Mothers who develop complications are connected to advanced medical care (including surgery, if necessary). After the babies arrive, the program gifts the new moms with baskets full of hygiene supplies and newborn necessities. All of this is possible through your generous giving!
Thank You for Your Support
Thank you for giving hope to mothers and babies in poverty. You have shown them they are not alone and that their lives are worth protecting. May God bless you!