The Little Handmaids of the Most Holy Trinity, which is the English translation of their official name in Latin "Minores Ancilllae Sanctissimae Trinitatis- MAST" is a Diocesan-Religious Institute for women. Monica Bermiso, MAST who was then a member of the Missionary Sisters Servants of the Holy Spirit (SSpS) with the assistance and blessings of Bishop Felix S. Zafrra, DD, the Bishop of Tagbilaran
, Bohol, Philippines. The Institute was founded on May 29, 1988, the Feast of the Most HolyTrinity. For many years, the MAST Sisters toiled in the Diocese of Tgabilaran, where their presence and services were needed, and where they had their roots. They were the first Sisters who managed the Sunshine Home for orphan and abandoned children. Later,they opened an elementaryvschool for the needy children of the community and served in various capacities under the supervision of Bishop Leopoldo Tumulak, DD, the MAST co- founder. True their vacation, the MAST Sisters centered on the Trinity and Mary as the focal point of their Spirituality. As they grew, the Mission seem to beckon more strongly, they knew in their hearts that their love for Trinity has to be celebrated and must find meaning in the "Mission". On December 18, 1988, Bishop Felix Zafra and Sr. Monica Bermiso, MAST, came to the United States for mission purposes. In due time, the Cardinal of Los Angeles offially invited the MAST Sisters to work in Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Cecile Faith Inting, MAST followed Sr. Monica to yhe mission in Long Beach, California as one of the Asian missionaries in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles that would serve especially for Filipino Communities. Mission worked is never finished. As the MAST Sisters continue to toil in the current vine yard given to them by the Lord to tend and nourish in USA, the MAST Sisters in the Philippines to continue to labor in serving our fellow Filipino people especially the unfortunate and less privilige ones. To further assist the cry for help of the deprived sector of children, the MAST Sisters headed by Sr. Monica Bermiso, MAST and assisted by Sr. Mae Balili, MAST are spreading their arms wide open in catering these neglected, abused, abandoned and orphaned children of Bohol by putting up a center. These are all God's handiwork, works in progress. What MAST know is that "God is with us", the Triune God, whose unconditional love inspired us to follow Him wherever He leads us. Holy Trinity's Angels Care Home
Programs and Services/ Helping Strategies
a. Social Services
a.1 Intake and Assessment- policies and systematic procedures are implemented in admitting clients w/c include intake interview by the social worker to gather basic identifying information and pertinent data necessary in the conduct of assessment of the client's problem. a.2 Treatment Planning- this involves the formulation of treatment objectives of the helping process and come up with a treatment plan to identify ways and means by w/c these are achieved. a.3 Implementation of Treatment Plan- activities indicated in the treatment plan are carried out based on the treatment goals/ objectives set involving the children/ clients, family and the helping team (houseparent, social worker, psychologist, etc.) Home Life Services
b.1 Daily Living Experiences-provides atmosphere where the children are free to approach the agency personnel, houseparent, peers and foster satisfactory relationship. b.2 Personal Care and Other Needs-our children have daily care program to meet their individual needs. b.3 Food-meals are planned, prepared and served in accordance with nutrional, social and cultural needs of the clients under the supervision of or in consultation with a nutritionist. b.4 Work assignment-we do not force them to do household chores, but if a child shows interest we do not hinder them as long as given proper attention and guidance. Health Services-the health program is under the supervision or in coordination with an appropriate licensed medical professional. Recreational and Other Cultural Activities- Celebration of birthdays of residents and special/legal/church holidays are observed.Opportunities provided for play amusement or relaxation like recreational program offers a wide range of both indoor and outdoor activities. Spiritual Enhancement- All residents were provided with opportunities for spiritual growth considering their own faith and conviction.
