Tooth Brushing Campaign

Our medical students have done more than 1,000 physical exams in the village schools that Hillside covers. By far the biggest health problem is dental decay. For that reason, we have begun teaching the youngest children in the schools how to brush and take care of their teeth. As an incentive we try to give each child in those classes a toothbrush and actually have them use it during the teaching. It can be great fun, if not a bit messy.

Practicing tooth brushing.
Tooth brush practice.

Tooth brushing demonstration.

Return to Caye Caulker

One of our favorite “get away” places when we lived in Belize City and Patchakan was a one hour boat ride to Caye Caulker. Just about everyone that visited us during those 5 years was treated to the experience of staying a few nights on this local Belizean holiday spot. Our kids loved to snorkel, fish and walk in the sand. Our favorite hotel was Sandy Lane, because it was dirt cheap and the owners were super people and watched over our kids.

For the Easter break, Niki, Maria and I were able to go back and spend a few days there. Things have changed a lot, but it’s still laid back and beautiful. Many of the same people are there – the Novelos, Chocolate, Lulu. Next time someone visits we will take you there!

Sunrise at Caye Caulker.
Sandy Lane
Dan at Caye Caulker.
Glenda's

Mrs. Novelo remembered us from 1993!

Chocolate in front of his new place, 82 years old now.