Sight by Sail goes to Pulau Hatta
Many of you may wonder why I post these items about remote islands and people receiving help. Well, it\’s what we do on Vega. Every year we sail over 7,500 miles delivering 20+ tons of new donated educational and medical supplies to remote island communities in mostly Eastern Indonesia. It\’s all volunteer and is our way of keeping the old girl alive and sailing. We have been doing this for almost 14 years now. So be champs and share these with your friends so more people can see what can be done by a small boat with a lot of heart.
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- Delivering reading glasses to Hatta island where eyeglasses are normally inaccessible
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- The waiting room was full at Hattas health post after we anounced the distribution of reading glasses the day before.
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- After short training, the eye tests where carried out by Cesar Riupassas & Rena who is the only Nurse on Hatta island.
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- Simple trial using needle and thread to determine if glasses are well fitted.
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- Eyeglasses are especially helpful for those who have to see up close in their profession
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- Our delivery attracts the whole community.
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- Simple tests help decide what glasses prescription should be used for each individual
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- Simple trial using needle and thread to determine if glasses are well fitted.
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