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Health Program
Fonkoze’s award-winning health program provides our clients access to crucial health support as they continue climbing our Staircase Out of Poverty.
We offer health resources to clients and community members including procuring/selling health care products, vitamin distribution, screenings for child malnutrition and therapeutic feeding treatment, hypertension screenings for cardiovascular disease, and preventative healthcare trainings.
In 2021,
Over 150,000 children
screened for malnutrition.
Each Year, More than
250,000 households served
More than
3.7 Million have improved
access to health services
Boutik Sante (community health store)
Boutik Sante is Fonkoze’s social franchising initiative that brings health products, education, and services to rural Haiti. Fonkoze’s team of registered nurses trains microfinance clients to become Community Health Entrepreneurs (CHEs). They learn to conduct basic health screenings, deliver health education sessions and procure health products from Fonkoze that they resell in their communities.
40% of Haitians lack access to health products and services, particularly those living in rural and hard-to-reach areas.
Often, by the time they are able to reach a clinic, they suffer acute symptoms from illnesses that
could otherwise have been treated with preventive health care and over-the-counter medicine. Boutik Sante is Fonkoze’s response. In areas where CHEs serve, 66% of people have reportedly benefited from Boutik Sante. That is an estimated 3.7 million people with increased access to health resources since the program’s inception in 2014.
Boutik Sante's IMPACT:
Note: The following data will be updated upon the release of our most recent annual report.
Boutik Sante Services
Although the provision of many health services requires highly trained professionals, there is consensus that the delivery of a number of basic, essential health services can be shifted to community members who receive rapid, skills-based training with close supervision.
Child Malnutrition Screenings
Last year, more than 150,000 children under the age of 5 were screened for malnutrition by Fonkoze’s CHEs. Of the children found to be “moderately” to severely” malnourished, 84% were able to be medically treated to full recovery.
Cardiovascular Disease Prevention
As part of CHE’s prevention education, community health stores provide access to hypertension screenings via digital blood pressure monitors. Of the people diagnosed with high blood pressure from these screenings, 62% have no previous knowledge of their condition. The participants diagnosed with hypertension are then referred to health facilities for appropriate treatment. The medical intervention provided to participants can add years to their lives and significantly increase their quality of living.
Mental Health Initiative
Fonkoze has partnered with local psychiatric professionals to train Fonkoze health agents and CHEs on hosting group and individual counseling sessions in their respective communities. The sessions will focus on emotional stress management, especially stress caused by traumatic events such as earthquakes, political instability, and other systemic issues affecting the broader population in Haiti.
COVID-19 Response
Since the onset of COVID-19 in Haiti, CHEs have been trained to sensitize clients on preventive measures and protective strategies in their respective towns. Additionally, CHE-owned community health stores throughout many parts of Haiti provided people increased access to hand-washing stations, masks and hand sanitizer.
Read Their Stories
When asked about her motivation in life, she says, “I am not married, but I work hard for my eight-year-old daughter. I want to see her succeed in life.” - Odette Midy
Read their stories of triumph and struggle; get to know some of the strongest, bravest and hardworking women we know!
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Fonkoze USA
1900 L Street NW, Ste 304
Washington, DC 20036
Fonkoze USA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Tax ID: 52-2022113
Copyright © 2023 Fonkoze USA. All Rights Reserved.
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Health Program
Making health services and education accessible to rural Haitian communities.
»
Health Program
Fonkoze’s award-winning health program provides our clients access to crucial health support as they continue climbing our Staircase Out of Poverty.
We offer health resources to clients and community members including procuring/selling health care products, vitamin distribution, screenings for child malnutrition and therapeutic feeding treatment, hypertension screenings for cardiovascular disease, and healthcare trainings.
Each year, More than
250,000 households served
More than
3.7 Million have improved access
to health services
In 2020,
Over 80,000 children
screened for malnutrition.
Boutik Sante (community health store)
Boutik Sante is Fonkoze’s social franchising initiative that brings health products, education, and services to rural Haiti. Fonkoze’s team of registered nurses trains microfinance clients to become Community Health Entrepreneurs (CHEs). They learn to conduct basic health screenings, deliver health education sessions and procure health products from Fonkoze that they resell in their communities.
40% of Haitians lack access to health products and services, particularly those living in rural and hard-to-reach areas.
Often, by the time they are able to reach a clinic, they suffer acute symptoms from illnesses that
could otherwise have been treated with preventive health care and over-the-counter medicine. Boutik Sante is Fonkoze’s response. . In areas where CHEs serve, 66% of people have reportedly benefited from Boutik Sante. That is an estimated 3.7 million people with increased access to health resources since the program’s inception in 2014.
Boutik Sante's IMPACT:
Note: The following data will be updated upon the release of our most recent annual report.
Boutik Sante Services
Although the provision of many health services requires highly trained professionals, there is consensus that the delivery of a number of basic, essential health services can be shifted to community members who receive rapid, skills-based training with close supervision.
Child Malnutrition Screenings
Last year, more than 150,000 children under the age of 5 were screened for malnutrition by Fonkoze’s CHEs. Of the children found to be “moderately” to severely” malnourished, 84% were able to be medically treated to full recovery.
Cardiovascular Disease Prevention
As part of CHE’s prevention education, community health stores provide access to hypertension screenings via digital blood pressure monitors. Of the people diagnosed with high blood pressure from these screenings, 62% have no previous knowledge of their condition. The participants diagnosed with hypertension are then referred to health facilities for appropriate treatment. The medical intervention provided to participants can add years to their lives and significantly increase their quality of living.
Mental Health Initiative
Fonkoze has partnered with local psychiatric professionals to train Fonkoze health agents and CHEs on hosting group and individual counseling sessions in their respective communities. The sessions will focus on emotional stress management, especially stress caused by traumatic events such as earthquakes, political instability, and other systemic issues affecting the broader population in Haiti.
COVID-19 Response
Since the onset of COVID-19 in Haiti, CHEs have been trained to sensitize clients on preventive measures and protective strategies in their respective towns. Additionally, CHE-owned community health stores throughout many parts of Haiti provided people increased access to hand-washing stations, masks and hand sanitizer.
Read Their Stories
When asked about her motivation in life, she says, “I am not married, but I work hard for my eight-year-old daughter. I want to see her succeed in life.” - Odette Midy
Read their stories of triumph and struggle; get to know some of the strongest, bravest and hardworking women we know!
Donate Today
Get Updates
Learn More
Fonkoze USA
1900 L Street NW, Ste 304
Washington, DC 20036
Fonkoze USA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Tax ID: 52-2022113
Copyright © 2023 Fonkoze USA. All Rights Reserved.
Health Program
Making health services and education accessible to rural Haitian communities.
»
Health Program
Fonkoze’s award-winning health program provides our clients access to crucial health support as they continue climbing our Staircase Out of Poverty.
We offer health resources to clients and community members including procuring/selling health care products, vitamin distribution, screenings for child malnutrition and therapeutic feeding treatment, hypertension screenings for cardiovascular disease, and preventative healthcare trainings.
More than
3.7 Million have improved
access to health services
Each year, More than
250,000 households served
In 2020,
80,000 children screened
for malnutrition
Boutik Sante (community health store)
Boutik Sante is Fonkoze’s social franchising initiative that brings health products, education, and services to rural Haiti. Fonkoze’s team of registered nurses trains microfinance clients to become Community Health Entrepreneurs (CHEs). They learn to conduct basic health screenings, deliver health education sessions and procure health products from Fonkoze that they resell in their communities.
40% of Haitians lack access to health products and services, particularly those living in rural and hard-to-reach areas.
Often, by the time they are able to reach a clinic, they suffer acute symptoms from illnesses that could otherwise have been treated with preventive health care and over-the-counter medicine. Boutik Sante is Fonkoze’s response. In areas where CHEs serve, 66% of people have reportedly benefited from Boutik Sante. That is an estimated 3.7 million people with increased access to health resources since the program’s inception in 2014.
Boutik Sante's IMPACT:
Note: The following data will be updated upon the release of our most recent annual report.
Boutik Sante Services
Although the provision of many health services requires highly trained professionals, there is consensus that the delivery of a number of basic, essential health services can be shifted to community members who receive rapid, skills-based training with close supervision.
Child Malnutrition Screenings
Last year, more than 150,000 children under the age of 5 were screened for malnutrition by Fonkoze’s CHEs. Of the children found to be “moderately” to severely” malnourished, 84% were able to be medically treated to full recovery.
Cardiovascular Disease Prevention
As part of CHE’s prevention education, community health stores provide access to hypertension screenings via digital blood pressure monitors. Of the people diagnosed with high blood pressure from these screenings, 62% have no previous knowledge of their condition. The participants diagnosed with hypertension are then referred to health facilities for appropriate treatment. The medical intervention provided to participants can add years to their lives and significantly increase their quality of living.
Mental Health Initiative
Fonkoze has partnered with local psychiatric professionals to train Fonkoze health agents and CHEs on hosting group and individual counseling sessions in their respective communities. The sessions will focus on emotional stress management, especially stress caused by traumatic events such as earthquakes, political instability, and other systemic issues affecting the broader population in Haiti.
COVID-19 Response
Since the onset of COVID-19 in Haiti, CHEs have been trained to sensitize clients on preventive measures and protective strategies in their respective towns. Additionally, CHE-owned community health stores throughout many parts of Haiti provided people increased access to hand-washing stations, masks and hand sanitizer.
Read Their Stories
When asked about her motivation in life, she says, “I am not married, but I work hard for my eight-year-old daughter. I want to see her succeed in life.” - Odette Midy
Read their stories of triumph and struggle; get to know some of the strongest, bravest and hardworking women we know!
Health For Haiti
Health Program
Fonkoze’s award-winning health program provides our clients access to crucial health support as they continue climbing our Staircase Out of Poverty.
We offer health resources to clients and community members - including procuring/selling health care products, vitamin distribution, screenings for child malnutrition, therapeutic feeding treatment, hypertension screenings for cardiovascular disease, and preventative healthcare trainings.
More than
250,000 households
served each year
Over
3,700,000 with
improved access to
health services
In 2020,
Over 150,000 children
screened for malnutrition
Boutik Sante (Community Health Store)
Boutik Sante is Fonkoze’s social franchising initiative that brings health products, education, and services to rural Haiti. Fonkoze’s team of registered nurses trains microfinance clients to become Community Health Entrepreneurs (CHEs). They learn to conduct basic health screenings, deliver health education sessions and procure health products from Fonkoze that they resell in their communities.
40% of Haitians lack access to health products and services, particularly those living in rural and hard-to-reach areas.
Often, by the time they are able to reach a clinic, they suffer acute symptoms from illnesses that
could otherwise have been treated with preventive health care and over-the-counter medicine. Boutik Sante is Fonkoze’s response. In areas where CHEs serve, 66% of people have reportedly benefited from Boutik Sante. That is an estimated 3.7 million people with increased access to health resources since the program's inception in 2014.
Boutik Sante's IMPACT:
Note: The following data will be updated upon the release of our most recent annual report.
Boutik Sante Services:
Although the provision of many health services requires highly trained professionals, there is consensus that the delivery of a number of basic, essential health services can be shifted to community members who receive rapid, skills-based training with close supervision.
Child Malnutrition Screenings
Last year, more than 150,000 children under the age of 5 were screened for malnutrition by Fonkoze’s CHEs. Of the children found to be “moderately” to severely” malnourished, 84% were able to be medically treated to full recovery.
Cardiovascular Disease Prevention
As part of CHE’s prevention education, community health stores provide access to hypertension screenings via digital blood pressure monitors. Of the people diagnosed with high blood pressure from these screenings, 62% have no previous knowledge of their condition. The participants diagnosed with hypertension are then referred to health facilities for appropriate treatment. The medical intervention provided to participants can add years to their lives and significantly increase their quality of living.
Mental Health Initiative
Fonkoze has partnered with local psychiatric professionals to train Fonkoze health agents and CHEs on hosting group and individual counseling sessions in their respective communities. The sessions will focus on emotional stress management - especially stress caused by traumatic events such as earthquakes, political instability, and other systemic issues affecting the broader population in Haiti.
COVID-19 Response
Since the onset of COVID-19 in Haiti, CHEs have been trained to sensitize clients on preventive measures and protective strategies in their respective towns. Additionally, CHE-owned community health stores throughout many parts of Haiti provided people increased access to hand-washing stations, masks and hand sanitizer.
Read Their Stories
When asked about her motivation in life, she says, “I am not married, but I work hard for my eight-year-old daughter. I want to see her succeed in life.” - Odette Midy (a Community Health Entrepreneur)
Read their stories of triumph and struggle; get to know some of the strongest, bravest and hardworking women we know!