By Meriba Mwende Micheni | Partnerships and Fundraising Coordinator
Dear Partner,
We are grateful for your continued support of HopeCore's Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Program. Because of your generosity, more mothers and children are accessing essential healthcare services and receiving the support they need to lead healthier lives.
This quarter, our village-based MCH clinics reached 1,721 caregivers with health education on nutrition, child health, and family well-being. We provided vitamin A supplements to 987 children under five years of age and dewormed 1,340 children, helping strengthen immunity, prevent illness, and support healthy growth and development.
We also provided family planning services to 161 mothers, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health and their families' futures.
Regular growth monitoring allowed us to assess 1,541 children and identify those at risk of malnutrition. Through these screenings, we identified 110 cases of Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) and 365 cases of Moderate Acute Malnutrition (MAM). These children were immediately linked to our nutrition clinic for treatment and follow-up care. We are delighted to share that 46 children successfully recovered and were discharged from the program this quarter, healthy and thriving once again.
One remarkable success story is Amelia's.
Amelia was first brought to HopeCore’s nutrition clinic by her mother, Fridah, where she was diagnosed with Moderate Acute Malnutrition. At the time, Amelia weighed only 8.1 kilograms and had low hemoglobin levels, clear signs of inadequate nutrition.
To help manage the condition, Fridah enrolled in HopeCore's Climate-Smart Kitchen Garden Program, where she received vegetable seedlings and practical skills to grow nutritious foods for her family and improve household food security.
From the kitchen garden, Fridah was able to cook healthy food for Amelia, which helped in her recovery.
Six months later, the results are evident. Amelia's weight has increased from 8.1 kilograms to 11.2 kilograms, and her overall health has improved significantly. Fridah's thriving kitchen garden now produces a variety of vegetables, including traditional greens, carrots, and onions, providing a steady supply of nutritious food for the family and supporting other household needs.
Stories like Amelia's remind us that timely intervention can change a child's life. Your support is helping vulnerable children recover from malnutrition, empowering parents with knowledge and skills, and creating healthier futures for entire households.
While we celebrate these achievements, the need remains significant. Many mothers and children in remote communities still face barriers to accessing quality healthcare and nutrition services. With your continued partnership, we can reach even more families with life-saving care and support.
Thank you for making this work possible.
By Meriba Mwende Micheni | Partnerships and Fundraising Coordinator
By Meriba Mwende Micheni | Partnerships and Fundraising Coordinator
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