Our Wheels of Hope bus service operates six days per week, with two buses running on Thursdays. This service caters to 30 patients and their companions, the majority of whom are dialysis patients in need of regular treatment. Beyond transportation, Rozana covers the expenses of taxi fares, medications (including insulin, which is not easily accessible in the West Bank), and medical consultation fees for patients requiring assistance. These efforts ensure that our patients receive comprehensive care without the burden of financial stress. 

Beyond Transportation: Enhancing Patient Well-Being

Clowns for Emotional Wellness: Rozana teamed up with RED NOSES Palestine, a local branch of RED NOSES Clown Doctors International, to provide psychosocial support services through creative clown interventions. Their goal is to enhance the emotional wellness of vulnerable children, offering a unique form of support as they accompany the children on their journey home from the hospital once a month. This initiative has brought joy and laughter to many children, significantly improving their emotional health and overall hospital experience. 

Refreshments: Understanding the importance of nourishment, Rozana provided refreshments to its transportation patients at Augusta Victoria Hospital, consisting of sandwiches and water. During Q2, we provided 1,000 meals, ensuring our patients had access to nutritious food while they received medical care. This simple act of providing meals has made a substantial difference in the patients' comfort and well-being during their hospital visits. 

Critical Treatments: In April, an eight-year-old Palestinian girl suffering from a severe vascular deformation in her mouth, which caused considerable pain and posed a significant aesthetic problem, underwent surgery at Hadassah Medical Center. This life-changing procedure was a testament to the critical interventions facilitated by our organization, offering the child a chance at a pain-free life and improved self-esteem. 

Humanitarian Medical Kits: In partnership with Health Partners International Canada (HPIC) and the American Near East Refugee Aid (ANERA), Rozana is providing 10 Humanitarian Medical Kits to hospitals in Gaza. These kits are based on WHO’s Essential Medicines list and guidelines on the treatment of specific medical conditions. Each kit serves 10,000 patients for three months, enabling us to serve 100,000 patients in devastated Gaza. This initiative ensures that essential medical supplies reach those in dire need, significantly improving healthcare delivery in the region. 

Wheels of Hope Collaboration and Support

In Q2, the Wheels of Hope initiative saw a highly productive collaboration between Rozana and Johanniter International (German Red Cross), facilitated by Rozana Germany/EU. This partnership provided substantial support to various project components, enhancing the impact and reach of our programs. PRCAN's commitment to the Wheels of Hope bus lines further bolstered this initiative. Johanniter International has generously extended their commitment to the program until the end of October, ensuring continued support for our patients.