Home Based Care

The HBC program is Women In Action’s core activity that provides cares for individuals and families living with HIV/AIDS. Through the HBC program, which operates in 3 regions of Tanzania, WIA currently supports an average of 730 patients at a time and 2,800 of their family members. Using our 110 trained HBC workers to make regular daily visits to the patients, WIA provides informed nutritional advice and support, HIV/AIDS education, cleaning and chore assistance, as well as financial support for food, transportation and medicines.

We have noticed a significant improvement in many of our Home Based Care patients. Many are no longer bed ridden and are improving steadily because of improved nutrition and the use of antiretroviral (ARV) medications. Many have joined Village Community Banking (VICOBA) groups within their communities and are able to take part in Income Generating Activities (IGA’s) with the guidance of Women in Action. These activities allow them the opportunity to have a healthy diet and exponentially improve their quality of life.

WIA was very proud to receive an award from one of our donors, Norwegian Church Aid (NCA)- Tanzania, in Recognition of excellent performance and contribution to HIV-Home Based care in 2009.