Table 1 CHWs priority activities
Activity | Description |
|---|---|
Household registration | Each CHW is expected to register new households to identify individuals or families in need of care. Registration of a household requires the completion of a 9-item questionnaire. |
Medication delivery | The CHWs are also responsible for the delivery of medication to elderly patients on a monthly basis. On the 6 months, patients have to return to the clinic for a repeat prescription to be issued. |
Patient follow-up | The CHWs are responsible for tracing patients who fail to attend clinic appointments. |
Community engagement | The team supervisors are expected to engage with community leaders, local NGOs and services to facilitate collaboration and improve the functioning of the programme. |