In February 2010, Yayasan Senyum Bali officially moved to the new, permanent Smile House at Jl. Pulau Aru No.9, Sanglah, Denpasar. We are very grateful and very eager to share this happiness with all of our friends so on April 24th, Yayasan Senyum Bali opened our house by inviting friends and the public to attend and rejoice together at the Smile Housewarming. This event was also attended by Governor of Bali, Made Mangku Pastika, the Australian Ambassador, Bill Farmer, friends of Yayasan Senyum Bali, neighbours and current residents.

Bapak Pastika and Mr Farmer agreed that the existence of Yayasan Senyum Bali is very supportive of the efforts to bring health to communities in Indonesia, especially Bali and the eastern islands. This mission is appropriate to the Bali provincial government programs in health and social development, as stated by Mangku Pastika. Therefore, Yayasan Senyum Bali will also get full support from the government.

On this occasion Mangku Pastika also thanked the Australian government who have actively included their medical expertise in this community empowering program. And Mr Farmer also said that he appreciates and supports what is being done by the foundation, and hopes that similar efforts can occur in all parts of Indonesia.

Smile House is not only a building without a soul. If we look deep inside, there is a lot of life puzzles and each piece tells its own meaningful story. It is about the journey of the Yayasan, about the kindness and affection of donors, about the determination of the patients and their families. All above it encourages us to always care for one another. From this small step we take, Yayasan Senyum Bali wants to bring a giant leap for the Balinese and their surroundings, in order to smile even more brightly. (mel)

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