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Written by Ann Hill
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Saturday, 05 April 2008 19:45 |
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LIBRARY COMING SOON Moving Poco y Poco The building across from the bullring in the center of Ojochal has been acquired for a community library. This small space will be a nice introduction of the library into the community, everyone can learn how to use it and what it can do for them. The library is ready to be fixed up. Everyone is really excited about the project but there is still alot of groundwork to be done. Windows, A/C need to be bought and get them in place. There will be a work day to paint the roof, clean up the hardwood, sand the bars on windows and other odds and ends. Someone has offered to build the book shelves. The books are ready to be shipped, but a container company for this will need to be setup. |
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AHPPA (Humane Association for the Protection of Animals in Costa Rica) |
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Written by Ann Hill
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Thursday, 14 February 2008 18:04 |
AHPPA (Asociacion Humanitaria para la Proteccion Animal de Costa Rica) was founded September 14, 1992. We started out with just a few small cages for some stray dogs and cats. Over the years, AHPPA has added 30 large tiled pens for dogs - all of which are covered to protect the animals from wind and rain. Then there are two separate housing facilities for kittens and one for grown cats.
The on-site veterinary clinic is complete with surgical tables, ultrasounds and other equipment. Our X-ray machine and darkroom are recent additions to tend to all the fractured animals who are brought in frequently at the shelter.
At any given time there are approximately 70 - 80 adult dogs and 30 - 50 puppies. The "cathouse" usually has 40 - 60 adult cats and the kitten house usually has 30 - 40 kittens.
We vaccinate, deworm and neuter the animals before they leave the shelter. All adoptions are free, but any donation is welcome. There are about 80 dogs and 50 cats adopted out per month. We put to sleep the incurably sick animals.
We have 2 fulltime vets on staff, who take care of the animals at the shelter.
We have our low/no cost neutering program, between 30 to 40 animals per day are neutered for people who cannot afford a private vet.
One of our vet travels once a week to far away places to do
sterilizations on-the- spot for those who cannot make it to our clinic.
Costa Rica's former solution to animal overpopulation was to poison the animals in overcrowded areas. Our sterilization program has put a stop to this terrible practice. |
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Costa Rican Humanitarian Foundation |
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Written by Ann Hill
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Thursday, 14 February 2008 17:18 |
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 The Costa Rican Humanitarian Foundation (CRHF) is a non-profit organization committed to developing creative and economical solutions to a wide range of social problems in Costa Rica. The CRHF provides opportunities to exchange friendship, goods, services, and financial resources for critical needs among different cultures, socio-economic classes, and language groups. Our vision is to create a better quality of life for all those we work with, supporting at-risk and special needs populations so they may have more choices for their future and fostering greater sensitivity in populations providing services. We are committed to providing opportunities to exchange friendship, goods, services, and financial resources for critical needs among different cultures, socio-economic classes and language groups. http://www.crhf.org/ |
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Helping Hands of Costa Rica |
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Written by Ann Hill
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Thursday, 14 February 2008 17:08 |
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HHCR's goal is to bring awareness to issues, projects, Organizations & Foundations that exist in Costa Rica. This is also a place for individuals and volunteers to meet other like minded people, participate in valuable discussions, and find opportunities for helping the community. Get Involved - News, Ideas and What You Can Do
Helping Hands Costa Rica's goal is to make getting involved in the community simple, fun and easy. Let's do what we can to help other People, our Environment, Animals and Planet. Ideas and discussions for conscious and caring living are always welcome. Volunteering and Foundation Information
This is the spot to chat all about volunteering. Please review and give feedback about your volunteer vacations and placements. (Volunteer opportunities may be posted here, and should be posted once a month, with postings that have expired or been filled being immediately removed.) We invite Foundations, Associations, and Non-Profit Organizations to post Introductions and Mission Statements, Project Information and also their Wish List (materials, equipment, etc). Please keep HHCR informed of progress and let us know how we can help |
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Last Updated ( Friday, 29 February 2008 16:54 )
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Written by Ann Hill
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Tuesday, 12 February 2008 17:37 |
School Supplies Thanks to everyone who contributed to the School Supplies Drive.Hello from Coronado  Coronado school sent us their wish list. Coronado 128 Students Jose Naranjo Esquivel (Junta de Educacion) - 10 Boxes of Chalk
- 5 Boxes of white 20 bond paper for photocopier
- 6 Erasers for white boards
- 3 Dozen white board markers
- 8 Inks for HP 1510 color and black
- 10 Ink for Epson C45 color and black
- 3 Ink for Fax Panasonic KX-FHD 332
- 6 Staplers
- 8 Boxes of Staples
- 8 Boxes of Paper Clips
- 8 Soccer Balls
- 2 Dozen permanent Markers
- 8 Large scissors
- 6 mouses for computer
- 4 Dozen Manila folders (large)
- 4 Dozen Manila folders Letter size
- 4 Ceiling Fans
- 4 Large white boards
- 10 Packages Large Trash bags
- Disinfectant
- Brooms
- Floor Polish
- Large Trash Cans
- Recycle Containers
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 30 March 2008 16:11 )
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