We actively work to improve health in communities by identifying the underlying causes of health problems and collaborating with families to find effective solutions. We offer training in various health-related subjects, including teaching national church workers some basic medical skills and optical screening.
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Offering elements of both relief (medical clinic) and development (CHE, MST, and OST training of nationals)
The outreach model of CompassionLink (CL) combines elements of both community health development (training) and healthcare relief (clinic) in the same week-long outreach. Prior to the beginning of this week-long outreach, the host church and global workers prayerfully select a group of local church workers, who are evangelism and outreach-oriented, to receive training on the first two days and be mentored during the subsequent clinic days. At the end of the week, after CL leaves the country, these workers, with the support of the local church and global workers, continue to use the skills they have learned to access, benefit from, and bring God’s relationship message to other communities.
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Health and hygiene (e.g., diarrhea, dehydration, nutrition, etc.)
Vital signs (BP, pulse, resp, temp, oximetry, and interpretation
Wound, bleeding, and burn care
Newborn delivery
Newborn resuscitation
Newborn follow-up care
In areas where medical care is unavailable, we train students to use community health training kits that include stethoscopes, blood pressure cuffs, first-aid supplies, newborn delivery and resuscitation equipment, and educational materials that could help save or improve the quality of a neighbor’s life and enhance opportunities to build bridges for sharing the love of Jesus.
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Anatomy and function of the eye
Vision screening (refraction) and eyeglass distribution
Recognizing common eye disorders
In areas where eyeglasses are not easily accessible, we train students to give basic optical exams and distribute eyeglasses to improve the physical and spiritual vision of their neighbors. Optical screeners are left with the tools they will need to conduct optical outreaches.
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CHE is a Christ-centered approach to health and development.
1-day Vision Seminar (Introduction to CHE)
3-day Training (CHE Foundations)
5-day Training (TOT-1 Certification)
5-day Training (TOT-2 Certification)m description
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At times, we meet pastors who are experiencing depression or burnout from a tough life of ministry. We believe that God brings restoration to others in their body, soul, and mind. As the body of Christ, we are called to support and uplift those who are struggling. We work with pastors to help their church through the pain of natural disasters, war, or other life-altering situations.
