Since 1998, God has called Kardelen Mercy Teams to work in the nation of Turkey – to initiate a positive shift in the cultural attitudes toward persons with disabilities, increase societal help to meet the needs of those with disabilities, and to reveal Christ through the empowerment of people with disabilities and their families. We answer this call by seeking ways to assist in the physical, emot
ional and spiritual care and support of the disabled. By training family members, institutional staff and volunteers, we intend to improve the nutrition, physical therapy and respectful treatment of the disabled. We also seek to strengthen families with disabled children so they are equipped to provide some or all of the essential care for their children. Kardelen also serves as an advocacy group: promoting the belief that all people, regardless of race, religion, gender, gifting or circumstances are made in the image of God. And as such, are precious in the sight of God and worthy of His love. Kardelen Mercy Teams is the Turkey-based outreach of the Friends of Kardelen Foundation, a 501(c)(3) U.S. charity incorporated to support the care of the disabled and their families in Turkey.
