Category Archives: News and Updates

The latest news and updates from AMHI.

Mothers to Mothers

This Mother’s Day consider making a donation in honor of your mother to support a mom in Malawi. For the amount that you might spend on flowers you can ensure that a critically ill mom receives a needed home visit by a nurse. Please join us in supporting and honoring mothers.

Happy Holidays

As 2011 ends and we consider the past year – its difficulties and its blessings – I hope it is the blessings which rise to the forefront of your mind.  The past year has been particularly challenging for many of us.  But, we have made it through, and the gifts and grace of the past year offer hope for the new year.   As we consider who and what we value, and how we are blessed,… read more

Mother Care Program

Mother

At the beginning of this year we expanded our program to support the provision of home based care to critically ill postpartum moms. Our Malawian sister nonprofit, Chimwemwe mu’bereki (Joyful Motherhood) hired 10 part time nurses to provide 6 visits to 60 women. At this point 60 women have been enrolled and the majority have received at least two visits. Here are a few of their stories: Though HIV negative, Mary was severely malnourished and… read more