Health Care Center Building Completion
We are pleased to announce the successful completion of a fully equipped Primary Health Care Center in Kakani Village. Designed to serve over 500 households in the community,this facility marks a significant step towards accessible and inclusive healthcare for locals. The health center offers a comprehensive range of basic health services, including General Physical Examinations, Maternal and Child Health Check ups, First Aid and Emergency Care, Health Counseling and Education by government health personal.
Project Overview
Project Component | Details |
Project Name | Kakani Primary Health Care Center |
Location | Kakani Village 5, Nuwakot District |
Project Duration | 15th March 2023 – 4th November2024 |
Funding Sources | Wildland International Trekking, Backpacker Magazine, EXPLOR-A and Mother And Children Art foundation. |
Total Area Covered | 1176 sq. ft |
Building Type | One-storey RCC frame structure |
Objectives
The Mother and Children Art Foundation (MCAF) has stepped in with life-saving interventions to address these urgent needs. With the support of our partner organizations and compassionate volunteers, we regularly organize:
1. Provide accessible and affordable primary health services.
2. Reduce the maternal and child mortality rate through quality maternal care.
3. Offer preventive care, immunizations, and basic diagnostics.
2D DESIGN OF THE BUILDING
Building Infrastructure
Facility and Room | Description |
Reception & Waiting Area | Furnished with seating for 15+, information desk, fan, and wall displays. |
Outpatient Department | One consultation room, equipped with desks, chairs, and patient beds. |
Emergency/Minor Procedure Room | Basic emergency two treatment bed, IV stand, and dressing. materials |
Maternity Room | One delivery bed and emergency delivery kit. |
Pharmacy Room | Secure storage cabinet, refrigerator for vaccines and. temperature sensitive drugs |
Toilet Facilities | One inside the building and one outside accessible for the patients and visitors. |
Equipment Installed
Below is a list of key medical and non-medical equipment procured and installed.
Medical Equipment
a) Examination Tables (3).
b) Delivery Bed (1).
c) Autoclave Machine (1).
d) Digital BP Machines (3).
e) Stethoscopes (4).
f) Glucometers (3) with 100 test strips
g) Baby Weighing Scale (1 digital,1 analog).
h) Nebulizer Machine (1)
i) Emergency Medicine Kit (1)
j) Vaccine Refrigerator (WHO-approved) (1)
k) Wheel chair (1)
l) Stature (2)
m) Bedside Screen (1)
Community Participation
a) Land Donation:45103 Sq. feet provided by Nepal’s Government.
b) Labor Support:Over 250 volunteers and 130 paid skilled workers.
c) Supervision:Regular monitored by local government.
Challenges Faced & Solution
Challenge | Resolution |
Transporting materials due to hilly terrain | Materials were delivered in stages using local Trucks and manual carriers |
Budget shortfall during the equipment installation phase. | Additional NPR 0.5 million raised from the EXPLOR-A. |
Conclusion & Future Plans
The Kakani Primary Health Care Facility now operates with full basic services and certified health workers. Additional services such as ANC clinics and health education programs will be introduced in upcoming phases. Solar power backup and telemedicine capability are proposed for 2026
Declaration of Completion
If this project is successful, the school will begin offering grades 11 and 12 immediately after the new building is completed. They have already received government approval for this upgrade, contingent upon their ability to manage classrooms and provide the necessary educational resources. The estimated cost for constructing this new school building is NPR. 12,733,288.48 (USD 96,000.00), based on government budget standards. (Source: Total Cost Estimate of Civil Works).
To reach this substantial funding goal, we kindly request all our friends and supporters to help us complete this project as quickly as possible.
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