Who We Are
Paving the road towards a better future on dialysis
The Ida Bass Kidney Foundation supports the only haemodialysis centre in The Gambia with dialysis and medical equipment. Also, regular donation of consumables to ensure that the increasing number of patients receive regular lifesaving dialysis treatment.
The charity has made significant progress over the years. In 2015, the charity with the support of the Ministry of Health of The Gambia, commissioned a 14-bed Haemodialysis Centre at the Edward Francis Small Teaching Hospital (EFSTH).
Our Mission
We are committed to improving the health and well-being of people with kidney disease. Also educate them, sensitize them by carrying out advocacy actions.
Our Vision
Not least our vision is to improve the lives of people suffering from kidney disease in The Gambia and Senegal.
Our Values
• Accountability
• Reliability
• Cost-effectiveness
• Personal service
Help us fight disease in Gambia and Senegal
Causes
Volunteer
Patients
Countrys
What we Do
The Ida Bass Kidney Foundation supports the only haemodialysis centre in The Gambia with dialysis and medical equipment. Also, regular donation of consumables to ensure that the increasing number of patients receive regular lifesaving dialysis treatment.
The charity has made significant progress over the years. In 2015, the charity with the support of the Ministry of Health of The Gambia, commissioned a 14-bed Haemodialysis Centre at the Edward Francis Small Teaching Hospital (EFSTH). The charity donated all the dialysis machines with a water treatment plant. Two Renal Technicians from the UK were also brought in to commission the equipment.
Support Services
Build support groups to help families dealing with ESRD through special programs, and community outreach.
Prevention
Facilitate prevention by increasing access for screening. This in particular is our key program in developing countries.
Resources
Providing vital medical equipment and resources, such has dialysis Machines for medical staff and hospitals in Africa to help fight Kidney Disease.
Support Services
Educate communities on how maintaining a healthy lifestyle can protect the kidneys and prevent kidney failures.