Partnering with a local organization, our health clinic serves the indigenous population with free medical care including general healthcare, dental care, and gynecological services. Every family who has received a home from From Houses to Homes has free access to the clinic, as do our students and their families. The clinic is located in Pastores where we have treated over 30,000 patients.
With a population of over 17 million, Guatemala is the most populous nation in Central America (World Bank 2021) yet spends the least amount of government resources on health than any country in the region. Guatemala's health sector relies heavily on nonprofit organizations. Sadly, common health issues and preventable diseases are often left untreated such as chronic malnutrition, cervical cancer, diabetes, maternal mortality, and hypertension.
PURPOSE
The San José Medical Clinic was created in 2011 with the goal of helping individuals achieve high levels of health through outpatient and preventative care, all while respecting their cultural traditions.
Recognizing the urgent need for accessible healthcare, From Houses to Homes raised funds from generous donors to establish Clínicas Médicas San José. The clinic aims to provide essential health services to the indigenous community, serving all students and their families who have received a home, as well as those attending Escuela Kemna’oj.
With a population exceeding 18 million, Guatemala is the most populous country in Central America (World Bank, 2021). Yet, it invests the least amount of government resources in healthcare compared to other nations in the region. As a result, the health sector relies heavily on nonprofit organizations. Unfortunately, many common and preventable health issues—such as chronic malnutrition, diabetes, maternal mortality, and hypertension—often go untreated.
In 2021, From Houses to Homes accepted the generous offer from the Knights of Malta to assume operations of the clinic. We are truly grateful for this opportunity and deeply appreciate the excellent care they are providing to our families.
