New PDC House and June Newsletter

House Exterior

The exterior of the house is, for the most part, in decent condition. However, we need to make some repairs and paint the walls for both cosmetic reasons as well as to seal the house against water damage during the rainy season.

The estimated costs are-

• Paint: $1240
• Repairs: $100

For a grand total of $1340 USD.

Yard

The yard is huge, and has been neglected. There is an old fountain we are going to fix up as a sandbox. We are trying to get the municipality to donate the sod and labor costs.

If we have to cover it, the estimated costs are-

• Maintenance and Sod: $400
• Sandbox & Top: $200

For a grand total of $600 USD.

Patio

We are going to cement a small section of the side yard to provide more space for the kids to ride their cars, as well as place the portable storage shed and laundry room recently constructed by the Embassy church from Canada.

The estimated costs are-

• Cement Patio and Installation of Shed: $450

For a grand total of $450 USD.

Entryway

The entrance is in relatively good condition, and just needs some patching of the walls and paint to make it a welcoming space for visitors to the home.

The estimated costs are-

• Paint: $220
• Repairs: $55

For a grand total of $275 USD.

Play Room / Living Room / Dining Room

This space is really three rooms. The first two of these will be used as a play area, a library, and the media center. Here, the kids will be able to play during the day and relax and unwind at night with a book. The dining room will be where the children eat each meal, and we want to be able to use this area for activities and crafts.

The estimated costs are-

• Paint: $380
• Repairs: $675
• Equipment: $175

For a grand total of $1230 USD.

Kitchen

All the children’s meals will be cooked here. The kitchen area needs quite a bit of restoration and renovation. This includes storage that we will be able to take with us when we move out, as well as costs of setting up the panty which is not seen in these photos.

The estimated costs are-

• Paint: $180
• Repairs: $1080

For a grand total of $1260 USD.

Outdoor Storage Room

This area is located just outside the kitchen and will be used to store food, kitchen appliances, etc. We already have the storage containers and units paid for from a donation from a previous visiting team from Living Waters Fellowship.

The estimated costs are-

• Paint: $35

For a grand total of $35 USD.

Outside Bathroom

With such a big yard our kids will be outside a great deal. Having a decent bathroom for them to use is important! Thankfully, all we need here is a little paint 🙂

The estimated costs are-

• Paint: $40
• Repairs: $25

For a grand total of $65 USD.

Psychologist’s Office

This office will be a relaxing area where all the children will receive one-on-one attention from the psychologist. Many of our residents need help working through and understanding past issues. It has a separate entrance so parents can enter without disruption.

The estimated costs are-

• Paint: $120
• Repairs: $125
• Equipment: $35

For a grand total of $280 USD.

Office

Unfortunately, we don’t have a photo of this room to show you, as it is currently being lived in by the person who is watching the house during the month of July. However, this is where family interviews and the social work aspect of the foundation will take place. The equipment costs are for storage units, as unlike the house we are leaving, this room does not have built in storage.

The estimated costs are-

• Paint: $160
• Repairs: $220
• Equipment: $400

For a grand total of $780 USD.

Clinic

Primarily, the clinic will serve the children of Pedacito de Cielo and Corazon del Pastor, but gradually, will open up and be of service to children living with and/or affected by HIV/AIDS. Equipment includes a medical supply cabinet.

The estimated costs are-

• Paint: $175
• Repairs: $435
• Equipment: $480

For a grand total of $1090 USD.

Clinic Bathroom

The bathroom is in pretty good shape, and it will be great to have one aside the clinic for hygeine.

The estimated costs are-

• Paint: $45
• Repairs: $20

For a grand total of $65 USD.

Staircase

The stairs need to be repaired in some spots and the carpet from our current home removed and re-installed.

The estimated costs are-

• Paint: $200

For a grand total of $200 USD.

Upstairs Hallway

This is the main corridor for the second floor, which contains 3 bedrooms, 2 classrooms, a walk-in closet and 3 bathrooms.

The estimated costs are:

• Paint: $150
• Repairs: $210

For a grand total of $360 USD.

Upstairs Hall Bathroom

A two stall bathroom that will serve bedrooms 1 and 2, as well as daycare students. The fix-its are mainly on the surface, as the toilets and sink appear to be in good working order.

The estimated costs are-

• Paint: $60
• Repairs: $100

For a grand total of $160 USD.

Bedroom 1

This will be one of 3 bedrooms for the boys of Pedacito de Cielo. The main investment is in restoring the closet that the last tennant knocked out.

The estimated costs are-

• Paint: $140
• Repairs: $290
• Equipment: $135

For a grand total of $565 USD.

Bedroom 2

This is the second of the bedrooms.

The estimated costs are-

• Paint: $165
• Repairs: $300
• Equipment: $35

For a grand total of $500 USD.

Bedroom 3

This is the largest bedroom in the home, which has an attached bathroom.

The estimated costs are:

• Paint: $215
• Repairs: $330
• Equipment: $235

For a grand total of $780 USD.

Bathroom of Bedroom 3

This is the suite of Bedroom 3. It is large, but needs to have the bathtub re-installed as the last owners took it out.

The estimated costs are-

• Paint: $75
• Repairs: $100

For a grand total of $175 USD.

Dressing Room

In addition to 3 bedrooms, the second floor has a dressing room with an attached bathroom. This will function as a changing area for the children, and a storage area for clothes and shoes.

The estimated costs are-

• Paint: $65
• Repairs: $190

For a grand total of $255 USD.

Bathroom of Dressing Room

The bathroom that is attached to the dressing room is in pretty good shape, and only needs some minor repairs.

The estimated costs are-

• Paint: $75
• Repairs: $100

For a grand total of $175 USD.

Classroom 1

We told you the house was big 🙂 This room will be dedicated to learning, educational activities, and art. Each day, an educator will work with and mentor the older children in this area. Renovations in this room include putting in a new door and windows that open onto the terrace.

The estimated costs are-

• Paint: $160
• Repairs: $540
• Equipment: $150

For a grand total of $850 USD.

Classroom 2

This area will be a place where the younger children and babies can play, do art projects, and learn. Renovations in this room include putting in a new door and window that open onto the terrace.

The estimated costs are-

• Paint: $130
• Repairs: $290
• Equipment: $50

For a grand total of $470 USD.

Terrace

The terrace will make for a great outdoor activity space. What we need to do here is place screening around the terrace for the kids’ safety

The estimated costs are-

• Screening & Installation: $250

For a grand total of $250 USD.