About CareConnect
A community initiative providing free, practical home care training for families and communities in rural Zimbabwe.
The Problem We Are Solving
In rural Zimbabwe, elderly people with mobility problems have very few options. Professional caregivers are concentrated in towns. Formal training costs around $300 USD, which is out of reach for most rural families, and many people do not even know such training exists.
The result is that elderly parents and grandparents go without the care they need, and willing family members and neighbours lack the skills to help safely.
What CareConnect Provides
12 Practical Training Modules
Safe lifting, personal care, first aid, fall prevention, nutrition, medication reminders, and more
Video Demonstrations
See exactly how each skill is performed before practising it
Knowledge Checks
Quizzes after each module to confirm understanding
Completely Free and Open
No fees, no registration, no hidden costs. Available to everyone.
Who This Serves
Elderly People
Older people in rural areas who need daily support with mobility, hygiene, and safety but have no access to trained carers.
Families
Family members who want to care for their parents and grandparents properly but need the right techniques to do it safely.
Young People
Unemployed young people in rural areas who can gain a practical, marketable skill and contribute to their community.
Rural Clinics
Local health facilities that are overstretched and would benefit from trained community caregivers supporting patients at home.
Where This Is Going
Free Open Access
All 12 modules available to anyone, free, with no registration required.
Supervised Practice
Hands-on assessment days with medical volunteers and clinic placements.
Formal Recognition
Working toward recognition from Zimbabwean health authorities.
Official Health Resources
Important Disclaimer
CareConnect is a community initiative. It is not a licensed medical training provider and is not formally accredited by any government health authority.
The information covers practical home care guidance only. It does not qualify anyone to perform medical procedures, administer medication, or replace professional healthcare workers.
Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for medical concerns.