Last week, thanks to the support of Yayasan Westerlaken Alliance, several free healthcare initiatives were carried out across our centers and at the Dharma Citta residence.
At ANAK – Aid to Indonesian Children, health is a fundamental pillar of the support we provide to children and young people in Bali. Being healthy means being able to learn, grow, thrive, and look ahead with confidence.
MEDICAL CHECK-UPS TO PREVENT AND SUPPORT
Children from our centers in Amed, Pacung, Panji Anom, Sawan, Pakisan, and Galungan, as well as teenagers from Dharma Citta, received comprehensive medical check-ups conducted in partnership with Yayasan Westerlaken Alliance
These check-ups included:
General health assessments,
Dental examinations.
This helps identify potential health issues early and allow for timely care before complications arise.
ACTING EARLY TO PROTECT HEALTH
Following these check-ups, several dental cavities were identified, making it possible to quickly schedule treatment for the children concerned.
A simple yet essential action that helps prevent pain and future complications, while improving children’s daily well-being.
These interventions also enabled ANAK’s teams to update each child’s medical record, ensuring more consistent and long-term health monitoring.
PREVENTING, INFORMING, AND RAISING AWARENESS ABOUT HIV/AIDS
Alongside the medical check-ups, dedicated awareness sessions on HIV/AIDS were organized for teenagers at the Dharma Citta residence.
These sessions provided:
- Open discussions,
- Clear and age-appropriate information,
- A safe space to ask questions.
An essential moment to encourage understanding, challenge misconceptions, and promote responsible health behaviors.
TRAINING TODAY TO PROTECT TOMORROW
As part of a long-term approach focused on empowerment and knowledge-sharing, three sponsored students currently studying nursing were actively involved in these initiatives. They supported the medical teams throughout the interventions, gaining hands-on experience that is both meaningful and valuable for their future careers.
A heartfelt thank you to Yayasan Westerlaken Alliance and its medical team for their dedication and commitment to supporting children and young people.
Photo credit: © David Saut