Government Distributes Mobility Aids to Elderly and Disabled Across St. Kitts

The Ministry of Environment, Climate Action and Constituency Empowerment, in partnership with the Ministry of Youth Empowerment, Ageing and Disabilities, continued its mission to uplift vulnerable communities on Tuesday, 8th July, through the distribution of mobility assistive equipment to residents in need across St. Kitts.

Spearheaded by the Department of Constituency Empowerment (DCE) and the Department of Ageing, the initiative aims to improve accessibility and quality of life for the elderly and persons living with disabilities. The equipment distributed included wheelchairs, walkers, and commodes—resources vital to the independence and dignity of mobility-impaired citizens.

The Joseph N. France General Hospital played a key role in the exercise, providing thirty (30) wheelchairs, thirty (30) walkers, and fifteen (15) commodes from a larger donation made by the Republic of China (Taiwan) through the Cao Zhong Zhi Foundation. The equipment was officially handed over to the hospital on 13th May, 2025, and subsequently transferred to the Department of Constituency Empowerment for community-based distribution.

Tuesday’s outreach saw equipment delivered to recipients in several communities:

A wheelchair to a resident of Carty Alley, Newtown
A walker to a resident of Ottley’s
A wheelchair to a resident of the Saddlers Home for the Elderly
A wheelchair to a resident of Verchild’s
A wheelchair to a resident of Market Street
A wheelchair to a resident of Bird Rock
A wheelchair to a resident of New Guinea

The collaborative effort demonstrates the government’s commitment to inclusivity, equity, and direct community support. Officials from both departments have indicated that distribution will continue in the coming weeks to ensure that all donations are allocated fairly and reach those most in need.

The Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to the promotion of social equality and accessibility across the Federation through the delivery of practical and impactful community assistance.

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