Our vision
A healthy, inclusive and empowered society where every person, regardless of physical ability, has equitable access to quality rehabilitation services and opportunities to live with dignity, independence and hope.
Rachuonyo South · Homa Bay County
Rehabilitation, closer to home.
HOPE Community-Based Organization supports stroke survivors and their caregivers through an emerging community rehabilitation service in Oyugis, Kenya.
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Who we are
A local response to a continuing need.
Recovery after stroke takes time, consistent support and people who understand the everyday barriers families face.
HOPE-CBO works in Rachuonyo South Sub-County, where travelling for rehabilitation can be difficult for people with limited mobility and resources. Our current service brings physiotherapy and rehabilitation support into the community, with two volunteer physiotherapy personnel providing organized sessions on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Our mission
To improve the health, functional independence and quality of life of stroke survivors and persons with physical disabilities through integrated home-based rehabilitation, comprehensive clinical care, hydrotherapy, community empowerment, advocacy and strategic partnerships.
The person behind HOPE
Experience that led to action.
HOPE’s founder has spoken publicly about his own experience as a stroke survivor. His perspective is part of the organization’s commitment to making rehabilitation support more accessible to people and families in the community.
What we do today
Supporting recovery, one person at a time.
Our present focus is stroke rehabilitation. We work with survivors and families within the capacity of our small programme.
01
Stroke rehabilitation
Physiotherapy and rehabilitation support for people recovering from stroke.
02
Family and caregiver connection
Working alongside the people who support survivors in everyday life.
03
Community referrals
Helping families connect with the programme and discussing whether available support is suitable.
Programmes
What is available, and what comes next.
HOPE began with a community rehabilitation service for stroke survivors. Our proposal sets out a wider programme, to develop as space, staffing and resources allow.
Community stroke rehabilitation
Organized physiotherapy and rehabilitation sessions on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, supported by two volunteer physiotherapy workers. Please contact the team to discuss availability before visiting.
Stroke awareness and family connection
Sharing the signs of stroke and speaking with survivors and their families about the support they need. Families can contact HOPE about referrals and the current service.
Home visits and caregiver training
HOPE aims to bring guidance closer to people who struggle to travel and to strengthen support for family caregivers. This depends on further staffing and resources.
Integrated rehabilitation centre
The proposal includes expanded clinical rehabilitation, equipment and hydrotherapy. HOPE first needs a larger rented space; these facilities are not yet available.
At HOPE
Our rehabilitation work in pictures.
Stroke awareness
Recognize the signs. Seek help quickly.
HOPE also shares stroke awareness messages with the community. This World Stroke Day graphic highlights warning signs and the importance of getting help immediately.
For information about HOPE’s rehabilitation service, use the current contact details shown with the graphic or at the bottom of this page.
Current HOPE contact: +254 180 514 446
Stroke information
Know the B.E. F.A.S.T. warning signs.
Stroke signs can appear suddenly. Knowing what to look for can help you act quickly.
BBalance
Sudden loss of balance or coordination.
EEyes
Sudden changes in vision.
FFace
One side of the face droops.
AArms
Weakness or difficulty lifting an arm.
SSpeech
Slurred speech or trouble speaking.
TTime
Seek emergency medical help immediately.
If you notice any of these signs, seek emergency medical care immediately. Do not wait for a routine rehabilitation appointment.
Information: American Stroke Association: stroke warning signs.
Get help
Talk to HOPE about rehabilitation support.
We can discuss the current service and whether it may be suitable for you or someone you care for. Sessions are organized on Tuesdays and Wednesdays; please reach out before visiting.
If you think someone is having a stroke now, seek emergency medical care immediately.
How to get started
- Call or email HOPE and briefly explain what support you are seeking.
- The team will discuss the current service and availability with you.
- If appropriate, arrange a visit or ask about the next step.
20stroke survivors currently supported
2volunteer physiotherapy workers
Tue & Weddays with organized rehabilitation sessions
Where we are going
Room to serve more families.
Our current rehabilitation space is a small family-owned house of about 28 m². As new referrals continue to arrive, HOPE-CBO is seeking partners to help strengthen its existing service.
Our first priority is a larger rented space, support for rehabilitation personnel and essential equipment. We then aim to develop home-based rehabilitation and caregiver training. A purpose-built rehabilitation centre remains our longer-term goal.
01Move into a larger, suitable rented space
02Strengthen staffing and rehabilitation equipment
03Develop home visits and caregiver support
04Work toward a permanent rehabilitation centre
These are planned steps. Current services remain limited to the programme's available staff, space and schedule.
Our partners
Working together
Get involved
Be part of HOPE’s work.
If you would like to volunteer, tell us about your skills and availability. We can discuss where help is needed and what roles are suitable. You can also get in touch about partnership or support for our next steps.
Email HOPE about volunteeringhopecenteroyugis@gmail.comThe email link opens your email app if your device has one set up. You can also copy the address and use any email service.
Support our next step
Our immediate priorities are a larger rented rehabilitation space, support for qualified personnel and essential equipment.
Email HOPE about a donation or partnershiphopecenteroyugis@gmail.comContact HOPE-CBO
Let’s talk about support, referrals or partnership.
Reach out before visiting so our team can discuss availability and the next step with you.
hopecenteroyugis@gmail.com
Organized rehabilitation sessions: Tuesday and Wednesday
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Nyandiwa, Oyugis · Rachuonyo South Sub-County, Homa Bay County, KenyaOrganized rehabilitation sessions: Tuesday and Wednesday