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Sunset House Cihei - update January 2023

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Sunset House, Cihei: Update & Gallery, January 1st, 2023

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At the turn of the year, we are 8-months into our Construction of Sunset House, Cihei. It’s been an exciting time for sure and no doubt the next 8-months will be equally exciting!

Understandably, winter slows construction down and December brought many days when progress slowed and occasionally stopped – due to heavy rain, snow, ice and generally sub-zero conditions. That was tough on the workers and difficult with cement pouring, so working around the weather conditions became the ‘norm’ for December. We expect a similar story through January and February before we trust March to bring Spring weather with milder days, allowing full progress to resume to complete the main construction of the building by June, 2023.

That said, plenty did happen during December and to demonstrate just how much, take a look at our newest video of Sunset House progress.

As you may recall, December 1st had no bricks laid on Phase Two – now we see virtually the full layout, clearly showing rooms and structure of how Sunset House will be. 

Phase One has had the huge job of preparing for the first level slab to be poured and around December 20th we were blessed with a few mild days that allowed us to pour cement for the first level slab. How incredible it was to see that happen! A lot fo concrete for sure!!

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On December 4th, I was able to take my first Mission Team on a ‘tour of the building’. They enjoyed walking through the interior which was able to show the layout in a better, more understandable way. The first of many Teams to tour the building I’m sure, but the next one in April will have significantly more progress to see!

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Even during a month of slightly slower progress on the building, plenty of activity was engaged in planning and contracting for future aspects of the facility. The logistical planning of deliveries and installations is an enormously important task with serious consequences (and financial penalties) if for example the building isn’t ready for installation when the Elevator is delivered!!

There were also some substantial financial commitments to be made in December – such as a £400,000 ($500,000) Construction Payment. Then a little easier was the Contract deposit for the Elevator at £2,700 ($3,375) and the Deposit for the Hydrotherapy Pool at £5,000 ($6,250).

The Contract agreed for Windows and Doors costing £200,000 ($250,000) was fine tuned between Manufacturer, Architect and Builder. All was agreed on final issues and so the windows and doors will start to be supplied and fitted in March/April 2023.

The Elevator is scheduled to be installed early May 2023 and the Hydrotherapy Pool late May. We hope early in the New Year to continue more specific plans for the Sensory Room and once that cost is known, I will share more details with you.

By May/June 2023, the main structure of the Building will be finished (a huge statement of faith!) and at that point the enormous task of interior preparations and completion will begin.

May 27th, 2023 we begin our Construction Specials – encouraging skilled and unskilled supporters to join us to tackle the extensive list of tasks which we anticipate to be a 12 month process. Please see the Special Construction Trip options to see if you can help.
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Although during winter, progress will inevitably be slower, plenty will still be achieved, so keep in touch with us for updates on every level over the coming months.

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Meanwhile, through Gifts, Grants and Loans, we are over half-way to raising the initial £2million ($2.5million) for Construction and essential components to the initial build and first fixes of plumbing and electrics throughout the facility.

However, as an important matter of prayer, we will need approximately £850,000 ($1million) to fulfil our obligations and commitments before June 2023.

Please pray and consider how you can help witht this God-Sized miracle becoming reality – all for the Glory of God, here in Romania.

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If I can answer any questions for you, please just contact me by e-mail or a message to the Smiles Office. I’ll get back to you as quickly as I can.

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Please don’t forget to watch the New Year Video produced, to show more detail on the progress made and challenges we face. 

My sincere thanks for your interest and support in this incredible project we call – Sunset House, Cihei.

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Kevin D. Hoy
Founder and Chief Executive
The Smiles Foundation

kevin@thesmilesfoundation.org


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