Community Health Promoters (CHPs) from Cheboin Dispensary and surrounding health units in Kapsoya Ward have held an end-of-year review, planning and appreciation meeting to assess their achievements and chart the way forward in strengthening community health services.

The meeting was led by County Community Health Services Coordinator (CCHSC) Joan Letting, who commended the CHPs for their dedication and commitment to improving healthcare delivery.

She noted that CHPs play a critical role in achieving Universal Health Coverage by bridging the gap between communities and health facilities.

The CHPs have made significant strides in household visits, referrals and follow-ups, Social Health Authority (SHA) registration, immunization, cancer awareness, Ebola sensitization and promoting proper sanitation and hygiene.

They have also supported vulnerable and elderly community members through psychosocial support while encouraging residents to seek services at public health facilities.

Joan emphasized the importance of teamwork, improved performance and identifying community health champions across every ward. She also encouraged the CHPs to promote their respective facilities to enhance service utilization and support sustainability.

The meeting highlighted the contribution of Moi University, through the Mastercard Foundation, in empowering CHPs through entrepreneurship initiatives. Five projects were showcased: Love in Action Initiative, Mama Fresh Power Porridge Flour for Mothers and Babies, Safi Kenya Waste Management, Talai Herbal Products and Fresh Hands Initiative.

The CHPs appreciated the Public Health Department for supporting immunization activities, particularly measles vaccination, and acknowledged the progress made in tuberculosis treatment, community health awareness and preventive healthcare.

They also thanked Joan Letting for her continued support and commitment to strengthening the community health programme.

The CHPs were awarded certificates in recognition of their dedication and contribution to community health service delivery.

In attendance were Cheboin Dispensary Facility In-Charge Jennifer Cheserek, Public Health Officers Sharon Chepchirchir and Felix Mayo, Elma Kapkea (SCHC), Evelyn Nakuru (SCRHC), Abraham Tum (SCSFP) and the respective CHPs.