Many of the kids of MCC have already lost their original homes and parents. A traditional orphanage could always provide them with the basics, but still never supplant the benefits of a family. Instead, the children now live in households within their community, and have once again become part of a family… both their home family, as well as part of their larger community family. This concept of family and of belonging is integral within the Kenyan tradition; everyone derives strength from this bond and connection. The children, their elderly guardians, and the entire community benefit from this relationship.
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