Family Needs Based Model

Overview

The Family Needs-Based Model (FNBM) program, currently implemented by Macheo with support from Kipawa, is designed to address the multifaceted challenges faced by vulnerable families in Ruiru. The program takes a holistic approach, focusing on food security, education access, healthcare, economic empowerment, and child protection.

Key Achievements in 2024

Families Reached: In 2024, the program assisted 156 families (exceeding the target of 148) and impacted 545 children.

Holistic Interventions:

• Education Support: School fees were paid for 35 secondary students and 30 Early Childhood Development (ECD) students, while 72 children received school uniforms.

• Healthcare: 52 children received individual health support, 10 malnourished children were treated, and 67 children received counseling.

• Shelter & Economic Empowerment: 72 families benefited from improved living conditions, and 124 families participated in economic empowerment initiatives.

• Rescue and Protection: 13 children were rescued from abuse, and 21 teenage mothers received support.

Success Rate: 81% of the 311 children who exited the program showed improvements in food security, shelter, and education access.

Benefits to the Ruiru Community

• Improved Education Access: Scholarship referrals, school feeding, and uniform provision have kept more children in school.

• Enhanced Family Stability: Economic empowerment programs have provided families with income-generating opportunities.

• Better Healthcare: Health interventions, including maternal support and malnutrition treatment, have improved child well-being.

• Strengthened Community Networks: Collaboration with stakeholders like UNTOLD has expanded resources for vulnerable families.