The shelters provide temporary accommodation as referral linkages are made to ensure the victims or survivors are assisted, emergency care or first aid, counselling, psycho-social support and legal aid.
The Health Ministry, Permanent Secretary, Dr Diana Atwiine revealed the move during her visit to the district on Tuesday. She explained that the move is in line with the policy of the Health Ministry and NRM manifesto, which seeks to stop expectant mothers from walking for more than 5 kilometres to access Antenatal Care services.
