Mixed-methods analysis of enablers and challenges facing community health volunteers in Kenya during the COVID-19 pandemic reveals key factors influencing healthcare services.
Key Points
Community health volunteers faced significant challenges during the pandemic, including delays in stipends and limited resources.
Key enablers such as social support networks and community recognition fostered resilience and improved healthcare outcomes.
The study utilized a convergent mixed-methods design, integrating interviews and data from the Kenya Health Information System.
Findings highlight the essential role of community health volunteers in sustaining healthcare services amid logistical and social barriers.