INTEGRATED HEALTHCARE SERVICES

Mashambanzou Care Unit (MCU)

Mashambanzou Care Unit is a 28 bedded unit caring for all patients from marginalised communities who are living with HIV. The Care Unit provides a safe haven for patients who are not able to afford health care services at the public health institutions, as they receive the health care services courtesy of MCT funding partner the Embassy of Sweden. The Care Unit offers comprehensive and integrated healthcare to people living with HIV positive women which include but not limited to treatment of OIs, blood tests for TB, 

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HIV TESTING AND COUNSELLING SERVICES

In the fight against the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), early diagnosis and access to treatment are vital. Mashambanzou Care Trust (MCT) is playing a crucial role in providing HIV testing and counselling services, ensuring that individuals have the knowledge, care, treatment and support needed to protect their health and the well-being of their partners...

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VIAC SERVICES

Mashambanzou Care Trust offers comprehensive and integrated healthcare to HIV positive women which include VIAC service provision since the 26th of April 2023 to aide in comprehensive diagnosis and treatment. This is a free of charge examination and treatment programme which is done both at the MCU and during outreaches in the hard-to-reach areas. This service is also extended to other sexually active women of all ages, regardless of their HIV serostatus.

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OUTREACH CLINICS FOR OPPORTUNISTIC INFECTIONS (OIs) TREATMENTS

Mashambanzou Care Trust operates outreach clinics as part of its FCS project to provide comprehensive care and support services to individuals and communities affected by HIV and AIDS in Mbare, Glen Norah, Highfield, Dzivarasekwa, Dzivarasekwa Extension, Hopley, Mabvuku, Tafara in Harare hard-to-reach areas of Wards 24, 25, 26 35 in Zvimba District and Caledonia, in Goromonzi District. These outreach clinics are designed 

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FAMILY CENTRED SUPPORT 

The Family Centered Support (FCS) Project focuses on improving the lives of PLWHIV, supporting Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) to reach their full potential and building the capacity of communities to effectively deal with Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR issues. MCT offers Psychosocial Support (PSS) to survivors of Sexual Gender Based Violence (SGBV) and other forms of abuse using the multi-sectoral approach in the management of these cases.

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SRHR, PREGNANT TEEN MOTHERS AND ADOLESCENT SUPPORT

Teen pregnancies have been prevalent in Zimbabwe due to poverty, cultural and religious beliefs which hindered educational advancement of women and girls, leaving them vulnerable to economic hardships and abuse. As a result, MCT came up with a project, supported by LCM USA to reduce the vulnerability of young women and girls offering SRHR education during outreaches to help these young women and girls make informed choices about their sexuality.

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OVC SUPPORT 

MCT’s areas of implementation are characterised by extreme poverty where parents/ guardians cannot afford to pay school fees for their children. To address this challenge, MCT initiated various projects to offer support ranging from school fees payments, provision of school uniforms & stationery amongst other learning materials, registration of birth certificates and national identity cards.

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HOUSES OF SAFETY 

Mashambanzou Care Trust (MCT) plays a crucial role in providing care and support for vulnerable children in Zimbabwe. One of its key initiatives is the establishment of Houses of Safety, which serve as temporary homes for orphaned and vulnerable children (OVC) who are survivors of abuse whilst Ministry of Social Welfare maps a way forward. In collaboration with the Department of Social Development, thorough OVC and family assessments are conducted before placement of these children in houses of safety.

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EDUCATION FOR LIFE

The government of Zimbabwe encourages access to basic quality education for every child through payment of fees for vulnerable children under the BEAM (Basic Education Assistance Module) programme. However, the funding under this programme is not adequate to assist every orphan and vulnerable child in Zimbabwe so, to complement government’s efforts, MCT initiated the Education for Life project. This is a Misean Cara funded project which is implemented in selected high-density suburbs of Harare and the peri-urban settlements of Zvimba Rural District namely Mbare, Hopley, Dzivarasekwa Extension, Nyabira, Mt Hampden, Stapleford. The project seeks to address the challenges faced by orphans, vulnerable

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PUTTING CHILDREN FIRST 

Putting Children First is a Caritas Australia Fund CAFOD funded project that is being implemented by MCT in the Southern District of Harare namely Mbare, Hopely and Glen Norah. The project is aimed at addressing the specific needs and rights of children in impoverished communities. It seeks to improve the well-being and opportunities available to children, support children's development and ensure their rights are upheld by focusing on various aspects such as education, healthcare and child protection.

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INSTITUTIONAL INCOME GENERATING ACTIVITIES 

In addition to MCT vital healthcare and social services, Mashambanzou Care Trust has successfully implemented a range of income-generating activities that empowered the communities we serve. These activities not only generated income but also foster skills development, entrepreneurship and self-reliance among beneficiaries. Some of the impactful income-generating initiatives supported by MCT include:
1. Agricultural Projects
2. Catering and Food Services
3. Skills Training and Entrepreneurship Development 

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ADVOCACY

Mashambanzou Care Trust has been at the forefront of advocacy for HIV and AIDS awareness and social justice. Guided by its mission to improve the lives of individuals and families affected by HIV and AIDS, Mashambanzou engages in impactful advocacy initiatives that aim to challenge stigma, promote human rights and drive positive change. 

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