Commissioner launches fundraising campaign for Jamaica mobile medical clinic
A Miramar initiative started in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, the storm that ravaged Jamaica in October, has evolved into a response to Jamaica’s healthcare access crisis.
In December, Commissioner Maxwell Chambers responded to the need in Jamaica with a plan to fund a mobile medical clinic.
Now, in partnership with Not Forgotten Corp., Chambers has begun a fundraising campaign to reach $300,000 by May 30.
“The storm revealed and worsened existing healthcare gaps. Roads were damaged. Clinics were destroyed in the hardest-hit areas. While the vision for this mobile clinic existed before the hurricane, Melissa made one thing impossible to ignore: Jamaica needs a long-term, mobile healthcare solution,” the donation page reads.
The money will fund a full bus interior buildout, essential medical equipment, prescription medication supply and infrastructure for providers to travel.
The “10-30-30” fundraising plan encourages 30,000 people to donate $10 each in 30 days. Chambers will announce the initiative at Lume Bistro & Lounge on Wednesday, May 6.
In addition to education and primary care, the mobile medical center will make regular visits across the island providing vaccinations and immunizations, preventative services, maternal care and pediatric care.
“Healthcare access shouldn’t depend on where you live,” reads the donation page.
