A VISIT TO HOUSE OF HOPE

A VISIT TO HOUSE OF HOPE

   Seeing children suffering from the fatal condition like Cancer would immediately tear our hearts. Especially, we know that in their very young age they are already carrying this heavy load of fighting for their lives. They are stripped away from their childhood years when they are supposed to learn and to play around without the limits their conditions may require. But, they are in this tough battle even adults like us can't even imagine facing it. The mere thought of this bring unbearable chills to us. 
  Children in the House of Hope at the Southern Philippines Medical Center (SPMC) actually bring happiness to their family and to the people around them, despite of the burden they have on their shoulders. Their smiles are genuine and their stories inspire us to move forward without hesitations on what lies tomorrow. They teach us to be thankful on every gift and each day we receive from our Most Loving God. 

   To bring cheer to these little angels, Team Acosta by the initiative of Ms. Luna Acosta visited the House of Hope as her birthday celebration. Toys from John William Ben (a Dabawenyo nurse working abroad) and meals prepared by the Team Acosta were given as a thanksgiving for the blessings received from God.

   As Stewards in this World, it is our duty to become a channel of blessings to people around us regardless of where we are, what we are and who we are in this society. 

SPMC - House of Hope provides out-patient care to children suffering from cancer.

Team Acosta together with Ms. Luna Acosta ( in blue polo)

Ms. Luna Acosta giving gifts of toys to the guardians and watchers of the children in House of Hope

Ms. Luna Acosta with the children in House of Hope

Team Acosta photo opportunity in SPMC- Hope of Hope

Ms. Luna Acosta in pedia-onco/ children with cancer ward in SPMC 

Community Day: AdDU Masscom Activity

(Photo credit: Team Acosta )

On Saturday, the 10^th of October, Ateneo’s 4^th Year Mass Communication students conducted a community engagement at Baracatan Elementary School. The office of Councilor Mabel Acosta was graciously invited to participate in the event to provide snacks for the children.

(Photo credit: Team Acosta )

Upon arrival, the children were already in high spirits as they greeted the arrival of the engagers. In the morning, the event kicked off with a discussion on how important education is. It was very important to instill the value of education on these children, as many of them live below the poverty line. They were very eager to listen and were very attentive to the discussions.

Activities followed soon after as the children played and performed with the AdDU Mass Communication students. The children were grouped together and each group had an assigned student mentor. A contest was then held to determine which group was the best at cheering and dancing. The dance craze, nae nae, was a popular choice among the children, showing off their moves as they performed different variations of the steps.

To replenish the children’s energy, they were invited to join in the boodle fight. The children and the students bonded as they all enjoyed rice and different kinds of ulam on banana leaves. They have all indeed, become brothers and sisters who were capable of sharing blessings and joy amongst each other.

(Photo credit: Team Acosta )

At the end of the event, AdDu Mass Communication batch 2015-2016 presented the school with a new water tank and school supplies for the students. The office of Councilor Acosta provided a hearty meal of lugaw as snacks to be enjoyed by the children. This partnership was made possible through the mutual passion, by the students and the office, to give to the needy. The new water tank and school supplies will undoubtedly serve as tools for the school and especially the children as they pave their path into knowledge and a good life.

(Photo credit: Team Acosta )

(Photo credit: Team Acosta )