Health Impact Summary
In response to the devastating impact of COVID-19 on vulnerable families, The We Foundation launched a targeted initiative to support 16 single orphan children and their families in remote regions of the Darjeeling district. These efforts focused on health, nutrition, and education to uplift the lives of those severely affected by the pandemic.
Key Achievements:
1. Health Camp (28 March 2022):
- Location: Mitra Medical Hall, Phansidewa, Darjeeling.
- Participants: 16 children and their families.
- Services Provided: Routine health check-ups conducted by a local physician, identifying health issues such as dyslipidemia, thyroid disorders, speech impairments, gastric problems, and jaundice.
- Actions Taken: Medicines were prescribed, and diagnostic tests (CBC, TSH, urine analysis) were advised for accurate diagnosis and follow-up care.
2. Eye Camp (24 April 2022):
- Location: Phansidewa Hospital More, Darjeeling.
- Participants: 16 children and their families.
- Services Provided: Comprehensive eye screenings, prescriptions for eyeglasses, and medicines to address vision deficiencies.
3. Nutrition Interventions:
- Organized four nutrition camps in Phansidewa, Matigara, and Siliguri, covering all selected families.
- Personalized Nutrition Plans: Children were screened and provided food charts based on their dietary needs.
- Nutrition Kits Distributed: Contained essential items like rice, pulses, eggs, bananas, and oil to combat malnutrition and ensure food security.
- Improvement in nutritional status for 4 malnourished children was documented.
4. Educational Support:
- Distributed free educational kits, including books, stationery, and other supplies, ensuring continuity in education for all 16 children despite financial hardships.
Activities at a Glance
- 16 children and their families participated in health and eye screening camps.
- 4 nutrition camps were conducted, addressing malnutrition and dietary imbalances.
- Personalized care provided through food charts and nutritional support.
- Distributed one-month dry rations to sustain families and prevent human trafficking.
- All children received educational kits to support their academic journey.
Impact
The interventions restored health, dignity, and hope to vulnerable families, enabling them to overcome the challenges of the pandemic. Mothers returned with renewed confidence to care for their children, and the children experienced significant improvements in health, nutrition, and education. By reaching marginalized communities in remote areas, the initiative bridged critical gaps in healthcare and nutrition access, empowering families to rebuild their lives and look toward a brighter future.