HEALTH SERVICES AND INSURANCE SUPPORT

Insurance Support: Provide assistance with health insurance, especially Mutuelles de Santé, ensuring affordable healthcare access.

Access to Medical Providers: Partner with local healthcare providers to ensure elderly individuals have access to basic and preventive healthcare: regular check-ups and screenings.

Mobile Health Clinics: Provide mobile health services to reach elderly individuals in remote areas offering screenings, check-ups, vaccinations and medical consultations.

NUTRITION AND FOOD SECURITY

Food Distribution: Supply uncooked, nutritious foods rich in vitamins and proteins (e.g., milk, cereals, eggs).

Kitchen Gardens (Akarima k’igikoni): Establish small garden plots where elderly individuals can grow their own vegetables to promote self-sufficiency and fresh produce access.

Supplements: Provide essential protein and vitamin supplements to enhance dietary intake.

Nutrition Workshops: Offer cooking and nutrition education sessions, including traditional Rwandan foods and dietary practices.

SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT

Regular Gatherings: Host regular meetings for elderly individuals within their communities, fostering social bonds and mutual support.

Intergenerational Storytelling: Arrange sessions where elderly people share stories with younger generations, promoting cultural continuity and mutual learning.

Community Activities: Engage elderly individuals in community service activities like umuganda, enhancing their sense of purpose.