Desilon Paul (Boss De) has worked at Zanmi Lasante since 1984. He has remained in the same position for over four decades, in charge of hydraulic and sanitary installations at Hôpital Bon Sauveur de Cange. His work accompanies the evolution of the hospital and its teams, while maintaining a function that remains essential to the day-to-day running of the services.
He joins the organization at a time when access to water represents a concrete difficulty for the communities around Cange.
“1984, in answering the call of Reverend Father Fritz Lafontant, faced with the distress of a community deprived of water, that I found a deep source of motivation. Seeing these families struggle every day for such a vital need strengthened my determination to act and commit myself at their side.”
His job involves maintaining facilities that must operate continuously in a hospital environment. Water networks and sanitary equipment remain at the heart of service operations, as any interruption has immediate effects on the organization of care and the working conditions of teams.
He intervenes when failures occur and restores the functioning of facilities within timescales that enable services to continue operating. Over time, he has helped to stabilize these systems, resulting today in more regular access to water and better-controlled hygiene conditions.
“After 42 years of service, I am proud to note that my work has had a concrete and lasting impact. Hydraulic and sanitary installations are now better maintained and more reliable.”
A situation that arose one weekend illustrates this responsibility. A pipe broke in the maternity ward while patients were being cared for. The team contacted him urgently. He moved immediately to restore the functioning of the facilities.
“Paske m konnen dlo se lavi, mwen te oblije fè sa pou m sove vi pasyan.”
His work is based on a continuous presence and precise knowledge of the facilities, acquired over the years. This continuity enables teams to work in stable conditions and patients to be cared for in a safe environment.
“My work has a direct impact on beneficiaries by ensuring their safety and improving their well-being. For my colleagues, it promotes a safer and more efficient working environment.”
After more than forty years in this position, he remains a benchmark for the operation of facilities within the hospital. His career reflects a constant reality in a healthcare facility: access to water must be maintained at all times for care to be provided.
The operation of a hospital relies on medical teams, but also on infrastructure that is maintained every day. Professionals like Desilon Paul help maintain these conditions over time. Your support helps guarantee these essential services throughout the Zanmi Lasante network.