Health & Nutrition

Nutrition Support

CRO provides two nutritious meals daily to children who attend our centers.

• Breakfast: Porridge made from maize flour

• Lunch: Posho (a maize-based dish) and beans

Though modest, these meals improve children’s health, reduce malnutrition, and encourage school and rehabilitation program attendance.

Children attending nearby schools also return to the center for lunch, ensuring they receive at least one proper meal each day.

Direct Food Distribution

In times of crisis—such as during the COVID-19 pandemic—CRO provides direct food relief to caregivers and families.
This includes:

• Beans

• Cooking oil

• Soap

• Sugar

• Rice

To promote food sustainability, CRO has also expanded its agricultural projects, helping children grow vegetables and produce milk—especially in areas like Jinja—enhancing their nutritional intake and farming skills.

Medical Support

CRO runs medical clinics at each of its four centers to serve both street children and vulnerable families in nearby slum communities.

Common illnesses treated include:

• Malaria

• Respiratory infections

• Fevers

• Worm infestations

• Skin conditions

• Minor injuries and wounds

For more serious conditions, such as fractures, surgeries, HIV/AIDS care, or eye and dental problems, patients are referred to government hospitals.

CRO also organizes mobile medical clinics twice a month in the slums to offer:

• Health education

• Immunizations

• Family planning services

These efforts prevent disease, reduce mortality, and empower communities with essential health knowledge.