An assessment of facilities and services at Anganwadi centers under the Integrated Child Development Service scheme in Northeast District of Delhi, India

Malik, Akash; Bhilwar, Meenakshi; Rustagi, Neeti; Dk, Taneja

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“…The purpose of this study was to assess ICDS centre usage among women in ru- [24]. As ICDS centres are one of the most prominent programs for improving childhood health in India [6], future studies of both access to and effectiveness of ICDS programs, especially in the face of major resource shortages, are important. This study should be interpreted within the context of a few limitations.…”

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Factors Associated with Accessing ICDS Services among Women in Rural Rajasthan, India

Davis¹,

Payne²,

Hine³

et al. 2018

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Background: The Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) Scheme, launched in 1975 by the Government of India, provides various health services to children and their mothers at ICDS centres. Objectives: The purpose of this study is to understand 1) the extent to which women living in Rajasthan, India utilize services provided by ICDS centres and 2) the factors that are associated with their use. Methods: Freedom from Hunger and Freedom from Hunger India Trust, in collaboration with two local partners in Rajasthan, India, conducted a baseline assessment with 403 pregnant women and women with young children belonging to self-help groups to compare use of ICDS centres with key demographic variables and measures of poverty, food security and nutrition, curative care related to diarrhea, coping strategies, and household decision-making. Results: The results revealed that households that accessed ICDS services were more likely to report receiving nutrition information from ICDS centres, to purchase ORS in the last year, and to give oral rehydration solution (ORS) to children who had diarrhea. Women who decide how much food to serve each family member or spend money without discussing it first with someone else were more likely to receive benefits from ICDS centres. Those who spoke with their spouse about household nutrition needs were less likely to report accessing ICDS services. Conclusion: Interventions aimed at increasing utilization of ICDS centres in this region may find it beneficial to increase female participation in health care decisions, likely through spousal communication and gender relations.

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“…Recent research has evaluated ICDS centres by their facilities, the knowledge possessed by their workers, or the effectiveness of specific services [1] [6] [7]. However, few studies have assessed the extent to which ICDS centre services are being utilized [8] [9].…”

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Factors Associated with Accessing ICDS Services among Women in Rural Rajasthan, India

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Payne²,

Hine³

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“…More than 80% anganwadis did not have toilet facility. 5 Poor infrastructure availability can hamper the routine activities in anganwadis. Therefore, the current study was planned to assess the basic infrastructure in anganwadi centres of Punjab.…”

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Assessment of basic infrastructure in anganwadi centres under integrated child development services scheme in district Amritsar of Punjab

Gill

Devgun

Mahajan

et al. 2017

Int J Community Med Public Health

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Background:In India, Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) Scheme was launched on 2nd October, 1975. The aim was to provide pre-school non-formal education on one hand and breaking the vicious cycle of malnutrition, morbidity and mortality among mothers and children on the other hand. An anganwadi is the focal point for the delivery of services to the community. Hence, the current study was planned to assess the basic infrastructure in AWCs of Punjab.Methods:A total of 400 anganwadi workers (AWWs), 200 each from rural and urban areas were randomly selected for the study. A pre-designed, pre-tested proforma was administered to selected AWWs. The purpose of the study was explained to them. The data was compiled and analysed by using SPSS 20.0 version.Results:It was observed that out of 400 anganwadis, only 24% of anganwadis had their own allotted building. Only 42% anganwadis had functional Salter weighing machine with them. Weighing machine for adults and children in working condition was available in only 38.2% anganwadis. Nearly half of the anganwadis (50.8%) do not have electricity connection. Water supply was found to be available in 53% anganwadis only. 77.5% anganwadis got regular supply of ration. But utensils for distributing ration were present with only 65.2% anganwadis and 69.3% anganwadis had helper to assist anganwadi worker.Conclusions:Adequate infrastructure along with regular supply of ration need to be ensured for proper functioning of anganwadis.

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“…In study by Malik et al 20% of the AWCs lacked a toilet, while the study by Thakare et al found that 56% of AWCs lacked a toilet facility. 4,8 Half of the AWWs (51.3%) had more than 10 years of working experience. Rathore et al reported that 66.7% AWW had work experience of more than 10 years while 25.9% AWW had experience of 5-10 years.…”

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“…Currently, the ICDS scheme stands with strength of 12.41 lakh AWCs. 4 AWCs delivers services right at the doorsteps of the beneficiaries to ensure their maximum participation. 5 Thus, for the attainment of ICDS scheme goals, each anganwadi center needs to be equipped with adequate infrastructure, functional equipment, tools and drugs.…”

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An assessment of facilities and services at anganwadi centers under the integrated child development service scheme in urban area of Kathua district, Jammu and Kashmir

Kapoor¹,

Singh²

2019

Int J Community Med Public Health

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Background: The integrated childhood development services (ICDS) scheme, launched on 2nd November 1975 is India’s foremost program imparting comprehensive and cost-effective services for children and maternal health through designated anganwadi centers (AWCs). AWCs deliver services right at the doorsteps of the beneficiaries to ensure their maximum participation.Methods: This was a cross sectional descriptive study conducted in 37 AWCs of the urban area in Kathua district from March to May 2019. A checklist was used to assess the physical infrastructure of AWC and logistics available.Results: A total of 37 AWCs were visited. Majority of the AWCs (94.5%) were running in a rented building and had only room. and 86.4% have pucca type of center. Almost half (51.3%) of the anganwadi workers had >10 years of experience. 32.4% of the AWWs received education up to 12th standard. Weighing machines were available in 89.1% of the centers whereas Salter weighing machine was present only in 23 centers.Conclusions: Present case study unveils deficiencies in infrastructure and logistics at the centers. Emphasis should be given to strengthen the basic infrastructure of AWCs which would further help in delivering quality services to the beneficiaries.

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An assessment of facilities and services at Anganwadi centers under the Integrated Child Development Service scheme in Northeast District of Delhi, India

Abstract: This study showed a lack of facilities at the AWCs and poor knowledge of Anganwadi workers. Thus a regular training and supportive supervision of the Anganwadi workers is recommended along with the availability of adequate facilities and infrastructures.

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Factors Associated with Accessing ICDS Services among Women in Rural Rajasthan, India

Factors Associated with Accessing ICDS Services among Women in Rural Rajasthan, India

Assessment of basic infrastructure in anganwadi centres under integrated child development services scheme in district Amritsar of Punjab

An assessment of facilities and services at anganwadi centers under the integrated child development service scheme in urban area of Kathua district, Jammu and Kashmir

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