Team Rehab: Bios

Since there is limited wi-fi access in Les Cayes where Team Rehab is staying, I thought I would give a little background info on a couple of the volunteers to hold you over until their next blog post. Sarah and Ali tell below why they wanted to be a part of Project Haiti...

Sarah Olsen, OT

"My name is Sarah Olsen, and I work as an occupational therapist on the Brain Injury Unit at Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital in Jacksonville, FL. I have wanted to be an occupational therapist since I was 8 years old, when my neighbor, an occupational therapist, introduced me to the field and showed her passion for her career. I am excited to be able to share my skills as a therapist in Haiti serving those individuals who have limited access to therapies as they continue to rebuild their lives from the earthquake. When the earthquake happened in Haiti in 2010, I had a friend who was visiting me whose entire family lived in Haiti. I remember feeling hopeless as he waited agonizing weeks to receive any word about his family members. I know that this mission trip will be an opportunity to serve others and grow in my skills as a therapist. I look forward to and feel blessed to be a part of this life-changing opportunity.
-Sarah

Ali D'Alessandro- PT

"My name is Alison D'Alessandro. I began working at Brooks in October 2011 after graduating from physical therapy school in August. As a new grad, it's been exciting to be a part of new experiences. I have always looked forward to having a chance to be part of a medical volunteer experience in another country. I am looking forward to this trip for its unique experiences and to make memories that will last a lifetime. I hope that we can make a positive difference in the lives of the people we will work with."
-Ali






Continue to keep Team Rehab in your thoughts and prayers as they begin the week ahead and travel to Bonne Fin to continue the work started at Hopital Lumiere.