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Fast Facts
| Population* | 476 |
| Number of Homes | 118 |
| Primary Occupation |
Harvesting of corn, coffee, and beans; homemaker |
| Electricity | Yes |
| Nearest Health Center | 10km |
| Community Health Workers | Yes |
| Water System | Yes |
| Community Bank | Yes |
| Homes with Latrines | 89% |
| Distance from Compounds | 36km |
* Population does not reflect how many patients will be seen on medical
brigades as many people from surrounding communities come seeking
medical attention during brigades.
Top Three Needs Expressed: Health, latrines, showers.
Geography
Municipality: Jacaleapa
Department: El Paraíso
GPS Coordinates: N 14°4'21.45" W 86°41'29.30"
Education
Preschool education is provided to 10 children in a two-room building. Elementary classes through 6th grade are given to 29 students in a three-room building.
Medical Program in La Chorrera
The chief health problems affecting children in the community are respiratory illnesses and cold-like symptoms. Adults in the community report cases of high blood pressure, asthma, arthritis, ciculatory issues, and gastroenterological issues. Five community members have been trained by the local health center as Community Health Workers. In this role, the volunteers provide basic medical attention to community members so that they don't have to travel to the health center for care. They also follow up with brigade patients requiring follow-up care (e.g., diabetic and hypertensive patients).
By running a Medical Brigade in La Chorrera, we also hope to reach members of the neighboring communities of El Barro, Lomas Limpias, Río Azul, Las Toreras, El Suyatío, and Jacaleapa with medical care.
To understand more about how Global Brigades can partner with this community to make an impact, read about what it's like to experience a Medical Brigade.
Dental Program in La Chorrera
In working closely with the medical program, the dental program provides fillings, extractions, and fluoride treatments as a standard part of medical brigades. Most community members do not have regular access to dental care due to the lack of dentist within a reasonable distance.
To understand more about how Global Brigades can partner with this community to make an impact, read about what it's like to experience a Dental Brigade.
Engineering Program in La Chorrera
The engineering program works in conjunction with the water program to ensure water projects are maintained and economically sustainable. Because the existing water system in La Chorrera does not meet the needs of the community, Engineering Brigades can make an impact by completing an analysis of the system and possibilities for its expansion.
To understand more about how Global Brigades can partner with this community to make an impact, read about what it's like to experience an Engineering Brigade.
Water Program in La Chorrera
The water system in La Chorrera provides clean, drinkable water to the entire community every other day. Water is pumped to a holding tank where it is chlorinated before being distributed throuhout the network. All households also use in-home water filters that were distributed by the German Cooperation in Honduras.
To understand more about the importance of a functioning water system and how Global Brigades can help, read about what it's like to experience a Water Brigade.
Public Health Program in La Chorrera
While 89% of the homes in La Chorrera have latrines and pilas, the community members desire repairs or replacements of the existing infrastructure which may be deteriorating. Most houses lack a proper shower area, which is a top need expressed by community members. Only 53 homes have an eco-stove, while 65 use a traditional stove.
To understand more about the importance of these public health projects and how Global Brigades can help, read about what it's like to experience a Public Health Brigade.
Business Program in La Chorrera
The caja rural (a community bank run by residents) in La Chorrera has been a recognized legal entity since 2000. This caja rural provides access to savings and loans that would otherwise be unattainable. Apart from the caja rural, no other groups have organized economic activities in La Chorrera (i.e., family stores or micro-enterprises). The majority of people in the community work in agriculture to support their families.
To understand more about the how Global Brigades supports the growth of economic capacity of community members, read about what it's like to experience a Business Brigade.