PRIMARY EYE CARE PROJECT

The aim of the project is to ensure eye health is integrated into the national and county health systems through ongoing working relationship with the Government of Kenya.
Blue Cross in partnership with Fred Hollows Foundation promotes eye care services in Suna West and Nyatike Sub Counties in Migori County through community health strategy in partnership with Migori County Department of Health Services. The Foundation uses a Health Systems Strengthening approach to ensure the delivery of comprehensive eye health for the Kenyan people.Key drivers in achieving this are: multi-stakeholder partnerships, close collaboration with government, advocating for policies that are inclusive and accessible, and demonstrating innovation in programming. Strengthening the eye health workforce is another key focus of The Foundation. Kenya requires additional ophthalmologists and mid-level surgeons to clear the backlog of people needing surgery. The Foundation work with health training institutions to increase the training of eye health personnel. This will help address the acute shortage of skilled eye health workers, especially in rural areas where the need is greatest.The Foundation continues its advocacy efforts towards a plan that will inform national initiatives for increased public and private sector financing for eye health.