Business Details
Empowering Healthy Communities Through Group Care
Group Care Global is dedicated to advancing group health care for pregnant individuals, new parents, infants, and their families to improve health outcomes and well-being worldwide. We collaborate with international partners to integrate Centering-Based Group Care into health systems, ensuring local knowledge, supportive relationships, and community connection remain central to care delivery. Founded on principles of equity, inclusion, and human dignity, we prioritize respecting global diversityincluding differences in ability, gender identity, race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status. Our work emphasizes community-building among participants and their larger neighborhoods, creating networks of support for families during critical life stages. As a US-based independent NGO, we bridge global health systems with culturally responsive care models, fostering partnerships across Africa, Asia, the Americas, and Europe.Our initiatives include training healthcare providers, developing implementation toolkits, and conducting research to validate the impact of group care. We celebrate midwifery-led models and advocate for personalized, relationship-centered care that meets individuals where they are. Our evidence-based approach has been recognized through awards and peer-reviewed publications, affirming our role in transforming maternal and child health. Through global networks like the Group Care Community of Practice, we amplify best practices and empower communities to lead their own health solutions. Our commitment to transparency and ethical collaboration ensures lasting, equitable impacts across diverse populations.
Services
Centering-Based Group Care
Community Building Programs
Global Health Training
Maternal Health Research
Implementation Toolkits
Highlights and features
- We pioneer Centering-Based Group Care globally since its midwifery-developed origins
- Our equity-driven approach integrates local knowledge and cultural responsiveness
- We lead international research validating group care's impact on maternal outcomes
- Committed to human dignity through inclusive care for marginalized populations
- Collaborate with 20+ countries across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas
Services
Centering-Based Group Care
We implement Centering-Based Group Care models for maternal and infant health, combining medical checkups with peer support in group settings. This approach strengthens community bonds while providing personalized care tailored to participants' needs. Backed by global research, our model improves maternal and neonatal health outcomes through relationship-centered care.
Community Building Programs
Our programs create neighborhood support networks for families through community-building initiatives. We connect participants with local resources to establish comprehensive care ecosystems. This approach empowers families to address health challenges collaboratively while strengthening community resilience during critical life stages.
Global Health Training
We train healthcare providers worldwide in group care methodologies. Our programs include leader certification, implementation strategies, and ongoing support for sustainable adoption. Training emphasizes cultural adaptation and equity-focused care delivery through partnerships with local health systems across multiple continents.
Maternal Health Research
We conduct and publish rigorous research on group care's impact through randomized controlled trials and implementation science. Our studies validate improved maternal, birth, and neonatal outcomes while advancing global understanding of evidence-based health interventions in diverse settings.
Implementation Toolkits
We develop planning guides and implementation modules for health systems adopting group care models. These toolkits include culturally adaptable frameworks, training materials, and evaluation metrics to ensure successful integration of group care practices in varied healthcare environments.
Questions
What services does Group Care Global provide?
We implement Centering-Based Group Care models for maternal and infant health, train providers globally, and develop implementation resources.
Where does your organization operate?
We work in Africa (Ghana, Nigeria, Malawi, South Africa), Suriname, China, India, Europe (UK, Belgium, Netherlands, Kosovo), and the US.
How does your group care model work?
Our model combines medical checkups with peer support in group settings, fostering community bonds and personalized care.
Is the program evidence-based?
Yes, our approach is proven through multiple studies showing improved maternal and neonatal outcomes globally.
How can I access your training programs?
We offer training modules through our Group Care Community of Practice and partner institutions worldwide.
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