Support Food to Nepali Women

Introduction

KOSHISH, a national NGO in Nepal, which operates an Emergency Care Service Center dedicated to supporting abandoned women with mental health issues. The center provides comprehensive care, including medical treatment, psychological counseling, and essential life skills training to. An integral part of this holistic approach is ensuring that the women receive nutritious meals that contribute to their overall health and mental well-being.

This report outlines the significance of providing nutritious food to women in the Emergency Care Service Center, its impact on their physical and mental health, and how the support from GlobalGiving has been instrumental in achieving these goals. In the last 3 months we could support 30 women with nutritious food with the help of GlobalGiving.

As we know that, proper nutrition is fundamental to maintaining and improving physical health. Women in the Emergency Care Service Center often arrive with malnutrition or other health issues exacerbated by poor diet. But this nutritious meal support has helped the women to boost up their Immunity, Enhance their Energy Levels and has helped in Supporting their recovery. Likewise, Nutrition plays a critical role in mental health as well. A balanced diet has helped the women to Reduce Stress and Anxiety, Improve Mood and Enhance Cognitive Function

Impact on Beneficiaries

The impact of providing nutritious food at the Emergency Care Service Center has been significant. The following are the observed Changes seen in those women :-

• Improved Physical Health: Regular health check-ups have shown improvements in the nutritional status and physical health of the women.
• Enhanced Mental Well-being: Psychological assessments indicate reduced levels of anxiety and depression among the residents.
• Increased Participation: The women are more active in participating in therapeutic and skill-building activities, which aids in their overall rehabilitation.

Role of GlobalGiving

The support from GlobalGiving has been crucial in maintaining and enhancing the dietary program at the Emergency Care Service Center. The funding has enabled us to:

• Purchase Quality Ingredients: Ensuring the availability of fresh and nutritious ingredients.
• Conduct Workshops/ Classes: Organizing nutrition workshops/ classes for the women to educate them about the importance of healthy eating, which they can carry forward into their lives post-recovery.

Conclusion

The provision of nutritious food is a cornerstone of the holistic care provided at the Emergency Care Service Center of KOSHISH. It has a profound impact on the physical and mental well-being of the women, aiding in their recovery and rehabilitation. The generous support from GlobalGiving has been instrumental in sustaining this vital component of care. We are committed to continuing this effort and further enhancing the quality of life for the women under our care.

Thank you for your ongoing support and commitment to improving the lives of women in need.