Our History
The Hiram Walters Health Centre, located in Sydenham, St. Catherine, is operated by the Health Ministries Department of Central Jamaica Conference (CJC) of Seventh-day Adventists. It has responded to the pressing needs of Spanish Town residents since the late 1980s by providing health and wellness services. Construction began in June of 1985 on lands purchased from the Government of Jamaica through the Ministry of Construction after CJC partnered with the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) and Adventist Relief Agency (ADRA). The Health Centre was named in honour of a stalwart, visionary pioneer, Elder Hiram S. Walters, a former leader in the Central Jamaica Conference, who was very instrumental in developing the Conference and making a huge impact on the Spanish Town citizenry.
On January 9, 1989, when the Centre opened for operation, the following services became available:
1. Family Planning
2. Medical Clinics
3. Antenatal
4. Dressings
5. Counselling Services
6. Educational Talks
The fee structure then was $5.00 - $20.00, but those who could not pay were never refused service. We were able to provide some services for free as volunteerism played a significant role then, as the doctors were volunteers. These partnerships have dissipated as the demand for services dictates that we operate a more professional centre that caters to the needs of a diverse but stable patient population.
The H.S. Walters Health Centre continues to be a beacon of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in the Central Jamaica Conference. The reach is extended beyond the boundaries of the immediate location of Sydenham. The Health Centre is administered by a Health Board, which is chaired by the President of the Conference.
The services include medical, dental, laboratory, counselling and alternative treatments. The team serves five days per week for medical and four days for dental, and one day each week for laboratory work, medical missionary advice and counselling. The last addition is a dental laboratory to produce dentures and other appliances for the mouth.
There has been a steady growth of our clientele as we extend our offerings to those we serve at the centre and the community. With the assistance of our volunteers for outreach initiatives, our services are offered free to our community members.
Core Values
- Client-Centred: Working with the client who shares in the decision-making
- Accessibility: Health services and support when and where needed
- Ethical: Operating within an ethical framework through openness and transparency
- Quality: Providing the highest standard of care and treatment
- Teamwork: Supporting and sharing with all members of our team and partners
- Professionalism: We treat our clients, community members, volunteers and each other with respect and dignity
- Accountability: We individually and collectively uphold the highest standards of accountability, especially with respect to confidentiality, so that our actions are responsible and our decisions transparent
Donate to Transform Lives at HS Walters Health & Wellness Clinic
At the HS Walters Health and Wellness Clinic, we believe every person deserves access to quality healthcare, no matter their location or background. As we expand our impact across Jamaica and the Caribbean, we invite you to partner with us to provide critical medical equipment, mobile clinic services, and life-saving diagnostics—especially to underserved communities.
Choose What You’d Like to Support
Laboratory & Diagnostic Equipment
| Equipment/Test Type | Estimated USD | Estimated JMD |
|---|---|---|
| DNA Paternity Test Kit (AABB Collection Site) | $2,000 | JMD 310,000 |
| Automated Blood Culture System | $20,000 | JMD 3,100,000 |
| Dengue Serology ELISA Kit (IgG/IgM) | $3,000 | JMD 465,000 |
| Cardiac Biomarker Analyzer (Troponin, BNP) | $10,000 | JMD 1,550,000 |
| Portable PCR Machine | $15,000 | JMD 2,325,000 |
| Hematology Analyzer (5-part) | $12,000 | JMD 1,860,000 |
| Biochemistry Analyzer | $20,000 | JMD 3,100,000 |
| Refrigerated Laboratory Centrifuge | $5,000 | JMD 775,000 |
| Class II Biosafety Cabinet | $8,000 | JMD 1,240,000 |
| Lab Refrigerator/Freezer | $4,000 | JMD 620,000 |
| Microbial Susceptibility Testing System | $15,000 | JMD 2,325,000 |
Mobile Clinics: Ambulances with Full Diagnostic Setup
| Item | Estimated USD | Estimated JMD |
|---|---|---|
| Fully Equipped Ambulance (per unit) | $85,000 | JMD 13,175,000 |
| Annual Maintenance Support (per unit) | $5,000 | JMD 775,000 |
| Total for 3 Mobile Clinics | $270,000 | JMD 41,850,000 |
Grand Totals
- Total Equipment Cost: USD $114,000 | JMD 17,670,000
- Total Ambulance and Maintenance: USD $270,000 | JMD 41,850,000
- Overall Project Goal: USD $384,000 | JMD 59,520,000
How You Can Help
You can make a difference by:
- Sponsoring an item from the list above
- Funding a mobile clinic
- Giving any amount toward the overall goal
- Partnering monthly to support maintenance and outreach
Ways to Donate
1. Online Donation Portal
Click the button below to make a secure contribution via card, bank transfer, or PayPal.
2. Bank Transfer / Cheque
Please contact us for banking details or to arrange a cheque pickup.
Email: hswalters@centralja.org
Phone: (876) 423-0955
Thank You for Your Generosity
Every test performed, every patient helped, every life saved—it’s all possible because of your gift. Together, we’re bringing healing, hope, and wholeness to communities that need it most.
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