Integrated Health Service Delivery
The 30-bed Mashambanzou Care Unit and outreach services—palliative care, HIV care and VIAC screening.
A safe haven for comprehensive HIV care
MCU is a 30 bedded unit caring for patients from marginalised communities who are living with HIV. The Care Unit provides a safe haven for those who are not able to afford health care services at public health institutions, as they receive services courtesy of MCT funding partners.
- Treatment of opportunistic infections
- Palliative care and supportive care
- TB blood tests and diagnostics support
- VIAC cervical cancer screening
Compassion-led inpatient and outpatient care
Clinical excellence supported by follow-up, counselling and referrals.
Services we deliver
A continuum of care—from prevention and early diagnosis to treatment, screening and community follow-up.
HIV Testing & Counselling
Early diagnosis and linkage to care are vital. We provide testing and counselling to help individuals protect their health and their partners.
- Testing & counselling
- Linkage to treatment
- Supportive follow-up
VIAC Screening
Since April 26, 2023, we offer VIAC (Visual Inspection with Acetic Acid and Cervicography) free of charge at MCU and through outreach programmes.
- Free screening
- Available at MCU
- Outreach delivery
AHF Pop-up Clinics
With AHF funding, we increase demand and uptake of HIV, TB and Hep C services through pop-up clinics and hotspot outreaches.
- Hotspot pop-ups
- Screening & treatment
- STI & OI care
Bringing services closer to communities
We operate outreach clinics as part of our Family Centred Support project to deliver comprehensive care and support services to individuals and communities affected by HIV and AIDS.
Also serving hard-to-reach wards in Zvimba (24, 25, 26, 35) and parts of Goromonzi (Caledonia and Domboshava).
Need support or referral?
Contact our Projects team or the Mashambanzou Care Unit for help and guidance.