EMPOWERING STROKE SURVIVORS

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ARCADIA HOMES INTERNATIONAL

Required expertise
Fundraising strategy, Farming, Human Medicine
Social impact focus
Disability & Handicap, Agriculture/Farming, Human health
Timeframe
Part time over months
Project location
On-site, Virtual
Project language
English

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

This comprehensive project outlines a holistic support program dedicated to assisting stroke survivors across the western counties of Kenya, with a primary focus on Bungoma, Busia, and Kakamega. The project aims to address the multifaceted needs of stroke patients and survivors by providing essential services including medication, food assistance, and educational support for children, shelter and housing support and access to assistive devices. In addition to direct support services, the project emphasizes the importance of community sensitization efforts aimed at raising awareness about stroke prevention, recognition of symptoms, and the importance of timely medical intervention. Through a collaborative approach involving healthcare professionals, community leaders, and stakeholders.

Project Objectives

  • medication and healthcare support for stroke patients
  • access to nutritious food by stroke patients and their families
  • distribution of assistive devices to stroke patients

ABOUT ARCADIA HOMES INTERNATIONAL

Arcadia homes International is a community based organization founded and registered in western Kenya; Bungoma county. Our Vision Our vision is a Kenya where stroke is prevented, survivors are empowered, and the impact of stroke is minimized through education and rehabilitation. We aim to be the leading organization in stroke awareness and support in Kenya. Our Mission We are committed to reducing the impact of stroke on the Kenyan community through prevention, education, and support for stroke survivors and their families.

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Are you interested in supporting this project with your skills and expertise? Great! As a Boehringer Ingelheim employee you can apply directly to volunteer in this project. If you are not sure yet and would like to have some additional information, you can contact the project owner directly to discuss further.

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