Help COV-AID in Trinidad and Tobago

Trinidad and Tobago has declared a state of emergency due to the exponential increase in COVID-19 cases on the small twin island state. Hospital capacity is reduced and the health care facilities are in need of more resources to support the people of Trinidad.

We are a small group of UK based doctors asking for a donation to help support this crisis.  Depending on the sum raised, our goal would be to help acquire and distribute vital medical equipment and other resources necessary to aid healthcare staff in the provision of patient care.

This would be done with the help of local NGOs, healthcare facilities and guided by healthcare staff on the ground. All donations will go directly towards patient care. We would keep you updated on all progress made during this time through this page.

Time is of the essence and we ask that you give generously so that we could act within the next few weeks.

If you would like any further information or would like to get involved, please contact us directly.

Update;

We are pleased to report that COV-AID TnT has formalised our partnership with the Rotary Club (RC) (St Augustine and San Fernando) and Trinidad and Tobago Medical Association (TTMA). Both organisations are already supporting all categories of the medical staff and patients. They are both committed to transparent working relationship.

Who are we working with?

·       Trinidad and Tobago Medical Association (TTMA)

·       Rotary Club: St Augustine and San Fernando

Which countries will the aid go to?

·       Trinidad AND Tobago

What aid will be provided? Following a needs assessment the following were highlighted as the most pressing;

·       Personal Protective Equipment

·       Medical equipment namely - Pulse oximetry devices

·       Care packages for the medical staff

o   Non-perishable foods and drinks

o   Hand sanitizers

·       Food stocks to families in isolation (needs assessed by RC)

Is this the only aid that will be provided?

·       It is likely that the needs of the population will change as the epidemic evolves. The TTMA and RC will be monitoring the situation on the front lines continuously. They will communicate the changing needs and the redirect the aid as required.

How will the donations collected be sent to our partners?

·     The funds will be directly transferred through our fundraising team directly to the RC, St Augustine. RC, St Augustine who will then transfer funds to the TTMA and suppliers.

·       COV-AID TnT, RC and TTMA are committed to transparency.