Mr John Ajet Nasam, a lawyer and philanthropist, has funded the tiling of the delivery ward and painting of the Volivo Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) Compound in the Eastern Region to improve healthcare delivery.
The intervention is to provide a more conducive environment for both patients and healthcare workers at the facility.
Speaking at a brief ceremony, Mr Nasam said the gesture was inspired by his desire to support communities and contribute to improving healthcare services.
He said his decision to undertake the project was influenced by values instilled in him by his mother and his Christian faith.
“What I have done is from my own pocket. This is something I learned from my mother and through my faith. There is no pride in it; it is all to the glory of God for what He has done for me,” he said.
Mr Nasam explained that during a previous visit to the facility, he observed some challenges, including the condition of the infrastructure, which motivated him to provide support.
He expressed appreciation to the staff and community members who supervised the project and ensured its successful completion.
“I appreciate all of you for the work you have done. The supervision was carried out very well, and I am grateful for your commitment,” he added.
The philanthropist pledged to continue supporting the facility within his means and said he would consider additional requests aimed at improving healthcare delivery at the CHPS compound.
Mr John Mensah, the Physician Assistant and Director of the Volivo Sub-District CHPS Compound, thanked Mr Nasam for the intervention and assured him that the facility would maintain the improvements.
“There is going to be proper maintenance. We will ensure that the facility is well kept and that the previous situation does not recur,” he said.
Mr Mensah noted that the facility currently operates with one delivery bed and attends to expectant mothers within the catchment area.
He said the facility records an average of three deliveries monthly and refers patients to higher-level facilities when necessary.
Ms Belinda Anku, the Midwife in Charge of the Volivo CHPS Compound, also commended Mr Nasam for supporting the facility.
She said the tiling of the delivery ward and painting of the compound had improved the appearance of the facility and created a better working environment for staff.
Ms Anku appealed for further support to help address other needs of the facility, particularly the provision of additional equipment to enhance maternal and child healthcare services.
Community members who attended the event praised the philanthropist for the gesture and called on other individuals and organisations to support healthcare facilities in rural communities.
