The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition has officially reopened the Fond Assau Wellness Centre following a comprehensive SMART rehabilitation initiative under the OECS Regional Health Project. The facility now features significant upgrades designed to improve service delivery and patient comfort while enhancing emergency preparedness.
Health Minister Moses Jn Baptiste led an inspection tour alongside Babonneau Parliamentary Representative John Paul Estephane, Permanent Secretary Jenny Daniel, and senior health officials. The delegation examined the newly implemented features that transform the center into a resilient healthcare facility capable of effectively managing public health emergencies and disaster scenarios.
Permanent Secretary Daniel emphasized the critical importance of firsthand evaluation, stating: ‘Visiting the rehabilitated facility allows us to directly assess the improvements and recognize their substantial value in enhancing healthcare delivery for local residents.’
The renovation represents a strategic investment in community health infrastructure, with the OECS Regional Health Project providing essential technical and financial support for the modernization initiative. The center will operate Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., serving the Fond Assau community with upgraded medical services.
The Ministry reaffirmed its ongoing commitment to modernizing healthcare facilities across Saint Lucia, prioritizing infrastructure improvements that directly enhance patient experiences and service quality while building climate-resilient health systems aligned with regional development goals.