Al-Hawila: Providing a Safe and Integrated Environment for the Elderly and Children is a Priority

Dr. Amthal Al-Huwail, Minister of Social Affairs, Family, and Childhood, conducted an inspection visit to two nursing homes and children’s care facilities, as part of her ongoing field visits to ensure the well-being of residents, monitor the quality of care and services provided, and assess recent development works and improvements in the facilities.

During the tour, Dr. Al-Huwail reviewed the level of daily services and care, met with several residents, and inquired about their conditions and needs. She emphasized that providing a safe and comprehensive environment for the elderly and children is a fundamental priority for the Ministry. She stressed the need to promptly fulfill all residents’ needs without delay, address any observations or shortcomings immediately, and continue developing facilities, services, and rehabilitative and recreational programs to ensure the highest standards of care and attention. She commended the sincere efforts of staff and employees in the facilities, praising their dedication to their humanitarian responsibilities and their commitment to providing care and attention to residents, and urged them to continue their work and enhance the quality of services offered.

She confirmed that inspection visits would continue on a regular and ongoing basis to monitor operations and closely ensure the well-being of residents, reiterating that the comfort, care, and protection of the elderly and children constitute a humanitarian and national responsibility, and that any needs related to them must receive immediate attention and prompt response without delay.