The Afghan Women and Children Health and Education Foundation
Providing health and education to the women and children of Afghanistan.
About AWCHEF,
1. They care for people regardless of ability to pay or other barriers
By intent, health centers are located in underserved communities. This helps them overcome common barriers to care. They often offer services such as transportation, case management, health education and home visitation, making them different from most private, office-based physicians.
2.They provide quality care
Health centers demonstrated equal or better quality performance than private practices on ambulatory quality measures, despite service patients with more chronic disease and socio-economic challenges. Given their resource challenges, this is particularly impressive and speaks to their dedication to care for their patients.
3.They offer a wide range of services
Clinics and health centers provide both primary and preventive care as well as dental, mental health, women's health, and pharmacy services. This broad spectrum of care allows patients to access everything they need in one place. Furthermore, many offer meals, clothing, and other social services in addition to health care.
4.They reduce unnecessary hospitalizations
Because of the preventive care services provided, as well as reduced barriers to access, people living in close proximity to a clinic or health center are less likely to visit the emergency room. This makes the overall health care system more efficient.
5.They understand their local community and culture
Clinics and health centers tailor their services to fit the special needs and priorities of their communities. They are invested in their communities for the long term and are trusted by local residents. Many times, their clinician and clinic staff speak the same language their patients do, furthering reducing barriers to care.
6. They serve as a critical point of access to health care during emergencies
Clinics and health centers often play an indispensable role as "first-receivers" of people needing both acute and chronic care during emergencies. They are able to help accommodate the swell of demand that arises during large-scale public health emergencies. Moreover, their patients are typically the most vulnerable people who do not have the resources to easily bounce back from a disaster.
2013-2015 Afghan Women and Childrens Health and Education Foundation
in affiliation w/ Jalala Assistance Foundation
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