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Latest revision as of 12:09, 5 August 2023
| Organization | Agewatch Africa Foundation Limited |
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| Region | Kenya |
| Website | Website |
| ProjectLeader | Richard Waindi |
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This project provides personal care, social support, and recreation to aging Kenyans in rural villages that lack running water, electricity, and basic medical services. Your donation will provide this neglected population with the resources to battle nutritional deficiencies; diseases and pandemics like COVID-19, malaria, and TB; and ensure that our rural elders receive care close to their home -- allowing them to age gracefully and preventing their untimely death.
Challenge
In Kenya, many elderly people live in villages that lack running water, electricity, and basic medical services. They were left behind by their adult children who moved to the city in search of educational opportunities and a stable career. Without their family for support, even the simplest daily tasks - like cooking a meal or bathing - become increasingly difficult. Today, this vulnerable population is under an even greater threat - COVID-19.
Long-Term Impact
Our goal is to provide all 8,600 rural Kenyans in Kisumu West Sub-County with the care that they need. In the future (and with your help), we hope to expand our program to other sub-counties ensuring that older adults have access to personal care services and the ability to socialize with neighbors instead of living a lonely, neglected life at home alone. We know that by caring for our seniors, we can improve our community and intend to share the results of our program with others.
References
- https://www.agewatchafrica.com
- https://www.facebook.com/AgewatchAfricaFoundation/
- https://www.instagram.com/agewatchafrica/
Additional Documentation
https://www.globalgiving.org//pfil/45351/projdoc.pdf
Project Gallery
A warm hello from our elderly clients
Music laughter and fun at our daycare group
Health Checks for WEAAD
Blood Pressure Check at WEAAD
Providing Care at a Client's Home
Our caregivers helping with personal care needs
Starting the Day with AgeWatch Africa
Registration for COVID Vaccines
Saving Lives -- One Vaccine at a Time
Look at that Crowd -- Waiting for Vaccines
