Community Health Development
Thirty remote mountain communities in the Lago de Yojoa area are chosen to participate in the Community Health Development Program. They each must meet criteria such as how far they are from a health care facility, lack of safe water or sanitary systems, whether they have been served by other aid organizations and safe access. All communities must demonstrate a commitment to participating in health education and agree to a formal partnership.
Mountain Medical Teams
Communities receive general health care from medical teams twice a year, including general checkups, vision, and dental care, vitamin distribution, fluoride, and anti-parasite treatments, and referrals to other FOB services.
Education & Empowerment
Health related education is a priority for Friends of Barnabas. Each month, 10 of our 30 partner communities received Advanced Learning lessons on topics covering maternal/child health issues, environmental health and basic hygiene and self care measures. The curriculum spans a two year period.
