A typhoon in 2006 sparked a friendship between Philippine Tzu Chi volunteers and residents of Dreamland Village, that is still going strong today. Dreamland Village near Manila was chosen as the location for Philippine Tzu Chi's 106th clinic. Volunteers brought residents free healthcare - including ophthalmologic, dental and pediatric services that they could hardly afford otherwise. A temporary housing unit was put up for the medical event, and more than 1,000 people from 256 families received aid supplies for the New Year. (21/12/2008)
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