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Although Italinne Alabre is unsure of her birthdate, she believes that she is approximately 74 years old. A sociable woman, she is a born storyteller who is well loved by the other residents and staff alike at the Foyer St. Etienne.

Although Sedilhomme does not know his date of birth, he believes that he is about 67 years old. He and his wife had nine children, of whom two daughters and six sons are still living. He is Catholic, speaks Creole, and is illiterate.

Savoir is a 63 year old man who is married and has three daughters and one son. He is Protestant, speaks Creole, and is illiterate.

Louisilia is an 89 year old woman who has been through much in her life. She and her husband had eight children, of whom two daughters and one son are still living. She is Protestant, speaks Creole, and is illiterate.

Francois is approximately 55 years old. He is married with three daughters and four sons. He is Protestant, speaks Créole, and is illiterate.

Although Celina does not know her date of birth, she believes that she is about 81 years old. Married at one time, with one daughter and one son, she has been separated for many years. She is Catholic, speaks Creole, and is illiterate.

Fortina is a pleasant woman who, despite being blind, remains in good spirits and appreciates whatever kindness is shown to her. Fortina and her common law husband had two children, one of whom is still living. For many years Fortina was a devoted homemaker who enjoyed caring for her family. She also contributed to the family income by working as a gardener. As she aged and her vision deteriorated, she was no longer able to work.

Noralia Termidor is an  87 year old widow. Of her twelve children, three sons and two daughters are still living. Poor themselves, they are, sadly, unable to support their mother. In her younger days Noralia worked hard to help provide for her family by working as a gardener and street vendor. Advanced inage, she is no longer able to work. With no pension and no other source of income, Noralia struggles to survive.

Nesida Nelson is an 86 year old widow. She had six children, of whom one son and four daughters are still living. In her younger days Nesida worked hard to help support her family by working as a gardener. Advanced in age, she is no longer able to work. With no pension and no other source of income, Nesida struggles to survive.

Asefie Florestal is an 80 year old widow. She had nine children, of whom only one son and one daughter are still living. In her younger days, Asefie worked hard to help support her family by working as a gardener and selling produce on the street. Advanced in age, she is no longer able to work. With no pension and no other source of income, Asefie struggles to survive.

Solon is approximately 80 years old. Although he is married, he was abandoned by his wife because she could not cope with his blindness or support him. With no one to look after him and no income, he was admitted to LeBon Samaritain residence for older persons in need. Solon is grateful for life at the Bon Samaritain. He enjoys the companionship of the other residents, with whom he likes to laugh and tell stories.

Raguil Solomon is approximately 90 years old and is widowed. He was born in Arniquet, a city in the southern department of Haiti. He is catholic and speaks creole, though he is illiterate.

Fritz Ismael is approximately 75 years old. Fritz never married nor had any children. He has no known family. As a young man, Fritz worked to support himself as a blacksmith. With his advancing years and declining health, he was unable to continue several years ago. Fritz has epilepsy and vison problems.

Veronique is approximately 65 years of age. Her birthday is unknown, though she believes 1955 to be the year of her birth. Her face suggests she is much older than this. Gran Veronique is thin. She suffers from famine, which leaves her weak, with constant headaches.

Born on April 5, 1938, Remy is almost 84 years old! He is a strong man, given the average life span in Haiti is 63 years old. He is married. He and his wife have 6 children, two sons and four daughters.  Their children are impoverished themselves and unable to help support their Mum and Dad which saddens them deeply.

Exemma is a 79 year old married man. He and his wife have seven children, six daughters and one son! He speaks Creole and is illiterate. He is known to tell a good story though, even if he can’t write it! Described as a gentle man, he loves to amuse those around him with his clever jokes.