Operation hope reaches out
The community is encouraged to donate items to DCC on Mandela Day, which will be distributed to the needy.
DURBAN Christian Centre's Hope Centre Clinic will host its annual Operation Hope outreach to the communities of Durban at the Jesus Dome on Saturday, 25 July from 8am to 3pm.
Operation Hope is a free medical outreach conducted by the DCC Hope Centre Clinic and the Durban Christian Centre, in partnership with organisations such as the Department of Health and the Department of Family Medicine at the University of KwaZulu-Natal.On the day, free medical care, medication, eye tests, diabetes, TB, HIV and pregnancy tests and screening for chronic health conditions will be provided. Special packs of baby nappies and formula will be given to mothers with babies. Food parcels and blankets will also be handed out. The kitchen expects to provide over 2 000 free, hot meals.
At least 70 doctors and nursing sisters will volunteer their services for the day. “These health assessments and tests will help alert people to go to their local clinic or hospital to seek further help and treatment,” said Pastor John Torrens, of Durban Christian Centre. He added that early diagnosis could prevent more serious complications for some of the people tested. The Durban Christian Centre encourages people to donate blankets, food items and baby nappies by taking them to the DCC Jesus Dome on Saturday 18 July between 8.30am and noon to be distributed the following week for Operation Hope. This special community outreach is a prime example of volunteers giving 67 minutes and more of their time to help those less fortunate.For more information contact 031 242 5000.
