National Community Home Based Care Policy and Guidelines
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Date
2005-12-01
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Malawi Government
Abstract
The HIV/AIDS epidemic has affected all sectors of the economy in Malawi. The
health sector has experienced increasing number of patients with HIV/AIDS
related infections admitted in hospitals. Most of the patients are chronically ill and
although they are discharged in a stable state, they require ongoing care in the
home.
Care of chronically sick people in the home has existed in the past in different
societies. Home care draws on two strengths that exist throughout the world:
families and communities. They form the basis of Community home based care
v/h \BC i. CHBC provides hope to patients as they receive care in their natural
strhngo. maintain independence and achieve the best possible quality of life.
T u need for policy and guidelines for CHBC has been urgent; Non
vernmental, Community and Faith Based Organization, have been providing
CHBC services without any guidelines. This document will assist programme
managers, health and social workers in planning, designing, implementation and
c luati on of Community Home Based Care services in Malawi. Adherence to the
>hcy and guidelines by all implemcniers will ensure improved service delivery,
coordination and networking amongst stakeholder institutions at all levels.
» r t r ' of Health wishes to appeal to all government agencies, the donor
co:nmi..-iity NGOs, FBOs, Civil society and communities to get involved and
• • i ate in providing care and support to indiv iduais, families and communities
i I ne - ith this policy. Your dedication and commitment is vital in improving the
1 1 ih, -f life for chronically ill patients.