Benefits of Community outreach Health services ; Time and cost saving for patients in remote areas Time and cost to access health facilities often constitute a major obstacle to seeking care. It is not uncommon for a patient to be obliged to allow one full day of travel in order to access a health structure. These indirect costs can be so high as to be catastrophic for the financial stability of a household. Continuing education for health workers It is essential to build and strengthen health workers’ capacities in order for an effective health system to provide quality care. In underserved areas, it is often difficult for health workers to have access to continuing education: schools and training centres are mostly located in attractive areas, where the potential number of students is higher. More details about a community health program conducted recently @ https://www.flickr.com/photos/trinitycarefoundation/albums/72157720192539179