Center for Healthcare Education,Research and Innovation - CHERI

Center for Healthcare Education,Research and Innovation - CHERI Mission: To reduce preventable deaths in Liberia through health education,research and leadership in health management. ownUrHealth today!

Vision: To become the leaders in digital health by improving access to innovative, quality, and affordable health services. We conduced our first Telehealth visit on 06/22/22 at approximately 5:40pm.To date we have referred over 50 people to quality healthcare providers.Visit us today to discuss our Friends and Family plans.

26/01/2026

📚✨ Teaching Children the Fear of the Lord | C.H.E.R.I. School Health Program ✨📚

At C.H.E.R.I., we believe that true health and wellness go beyond the body—they include the mind, heart, and spirit of every child.

Teaching children the fear of the Lord is not about fear that frightens, but reverence, respect, and love for God. The Bible reminds us that “the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.” When children learn to honor God early, they develop strong moral foundations that guide their decisions, behavior, and relationships.

Children who are taught the fear of the Lord learn:
• Respect for life, authority, and others
• Self-discipline and accountability
• Compassion, honesty, and integrity
• Purpose-driven living and wise decision-making

In our School Health Program, C.H.E.R.I. promotes character education alongside physical and mental health—because a healthy nation is built on children who are wise, grounded, and God-fearing.

When we nurture children in the ways of the Lord, we raise a generation prepared to lead with wisdom, humility, and service.

“Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it.”







24/01/2026

đź’™ How Schools Can Support Children Who Have Lost a Loved One đź’™
From the Center for Healthcare Education, Research, and Innovation (C.H.E.R.I.)

Children carry grief differently. Some become quiet. Others act out. Some try to be “strong” when they are hurting the most. Schools are often the first safe place where these children can be seen, supported, and guided toward healing.

Here’s how schools can help children who have lost a loved one:

🕊️ Create a Safe Space
Let children know it’s okay to talk—or not talk—about their loss. A trusted teacher, counselor, or school health staff member can make all the difference.

🕊️ Be Patient and Observant
Grief can show up as poor concentration, mood changes, fatigue, or sudden drops in performance. These are not “bad behaviors” — they are signs of pain.

🕊️ Maintain Routine, with Compassion
Structure helps grieving children feel secure, but flexibility is key. Allow extra time, gentle check-ins, and understanding when emotions overwhelm them.

🕊️ Teach Emotional Expression
Encourage drawing, writing, storytelling, music, or quiet reflection as healthy ways for children to express feelings they may not have words for.

🕊️ Avoid Shaming or Comparison
Every child grieves differently. There is no timeline for healing. Avoid statements like “be strong” or “others have it worse.”

🕊️ Engage Parents and Caregivers
Work closely with families to understand the child’s needs and ensure consistent support at school and at home.

🕊️ Refer When Needed
Some children need professional help. Early referral to counseling or mental health services can prevent long-term emotional harm.

At C.H.E.R.I., we believe mental and emotional health is just as important as physical health. When schools respond with empathy, awareness, and care, they help grieving children heal, grow, and rediscover hope.

đź’™ Every child deserves to be seen. Every child deserves compassion.








Teaching Children to Think: The Foundation of a Strong NationBy the C.H.E.R.I. School Health ProgramAt the Center for He...
19/01/2026

Teaching Children to Think: The Foundation of a Strong Nation

By the C.H.E.R.I. School Health Program

At the Center for Healthcare Education, Research, and Innovation (C.H.E.R.I.) School Health Program, we believe that educating a child goes far beyond memorizing facts. A truly healthy education system teaches children how to think, not just what to think—and the benefits of this approach ripple across families, communities, and the nation as a whole.

Why Teaching Children to Think Matters
When children are taught critical thinking from an early age, they learn to ask questions, analyze situations, solve problems, and make informed decisions. These skills are essential not only in the classroom, but in everyday life—especially when it comes to health, safety, and personal responsibility.

Through school health education, children learn to:
• Understand why healthy habits matter
• Recognize misinformation and make safe choices
• Communicate effectively and advocate for themselves
• Develop confidence, curiosity, and resilience

A child who can think critically is better equipped to resist harmful behaviors, manage emotions, and respond wisely to challenges.

Health, Thinking, and National Development
Healthy thinking leads to healthy living. When children understand the reasons behind nutrition, hygiene, physical activity, and mental well-being, they are more likely to practice and sustain these behaviors. Over time, this reduces preventable illnesses, lowers healthcare costs, and builds a more productive population.

On a national level, teaching children to think:
• Produces innovative problem-solvers and future leaders
• Strengthens workforce readiness and entrepreneurship
• Encourages peaceful decision-making and civic responsibility
• Builds a generation capable of driving sustainable development

C.H.E.R.I.’s Commitment
Through our School Health Program, C.H.E.R.I. integrates health education with life skills—encouraging students to think critically about their bodies, their choices, and their role in society. By nurturing minds alongside bodies, we are investing in a future where children grow into healthy, informed, and empowered adults.

Teaching children to think is not just an educational goal—it is a national investment.
When we equip young minds today, we secure a healthier, smarter, and more resilient nation tomorrow.

.H.E.R.I.HealthEducationMatters










16/01/2026

📢 Important Health Alert from the C.H.E.R.I. School Health Program!

The World Health Organization (WHO) has just released new findings showing that sugary drinks and alcoholic beverages are becoming cheaper in many countries — and this trend is linked with rising rates of preventable health issues like obesity, diabetes, heart disease, cancers, and injuries, especially among children and young adults. 

What does this mean for our students and communities?
➡️ When unhealthy drinks are more affordable, more young people may consume them — which can lead to long-term health problems. 

The WHO is urging governments to strengthen health taxes on sugary drinks and alcohol so these products become less affordable and people — especially children and youth — are protected from harmful consumption. 

✨ At C.H.E.R.I., we care about the health of every student.
We encourage parents, teachers, and young people to:
🥤 Choose water and healthy drinks over sugary beverages
❌ Limit alcohol consumption
đź“š Learn about how nutrition affects long-term health
đź« Remind kids to brush their teeth at least twice a day.

Let’s protect our children’s health — today and for the future! 💪


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