"Jesus answered, Healthy people don't need a doctor, but sick people do"

Nkoaranga Hospital

Located in the Central District, Nkoaranga Hospital is the only hospital in the Diocese of Meru. The hospital provides in-patient, out-patient and emergency care with a strong emphasis on orthopedics and primary care, complemented by palliative care sponsored by Gilchrist Cares. Recent renovations include adding a maternity wing with plans for an emergency room with the next expansion.

Orphanage at Nkoaranga Hospital

The Diocese of Meru is responsible for taking care of orphans from birth to age seven. Many of the children were born at Nkoaranga Hospital, who lost their mother during childbirth or whose family did not have the resources to care for them. 

Leguruki Health Center

Established as a health center in 2019, Leguruki started as a dispensary in 1938. The health center has a maternity ward and operating center, and can accommodate brief overnight patient stays.

Dispensaries 

The Diocese of Meru operates two dispensaries, which are similar to U.S. urgent care facilities. Kikatiti Dispensary is located in the Southern District and Ngarenanyuki Dispensary is located in the Northern District. Dispensaries provide primary care and immunizations. Ngarenanyuki also provides minor surgical procedures, maternity and birthing care, and brief overnight patient stays.

HIV Support Group

The HIV Support Group maintains a chicken hatchery to raise funds that help support members living with HIV. Chicks are raised for eggs, to sell or as protein for their diets.