Armenia`s minister of labor, IHG CEO discuss establishment of  independent living centers

ArmInfo. Minister of Labor and Social Affairs of Armenia Narek Mkrtchyan discussed cooperation opportunities in the field of social protection at a meeting with  Chester King, CEO of International Hospitals Group (IHG).

As reported by the press service of the Ministry of Social Labor of  Armenia, in this regard, the parties considered the prospects for  creating independent living centers for people with disabilities in  the country, as well as expanding the range of services for people  with mental health problems.

During the meeting, King presented the company's activities, spoke  about the services provided to people with mental disorders, and  touched upon issues related to improving the qualifications of  specialists in this field.

In turn, Mkrtchyan presented the state policy in the field of solving  the problems of people with disabilities.  The Minister emphasized  the importance of creating an Independent Living Center (this is a  social home where young people with disabilities learn to overcome  difficulties - ed.) and the need to provide comprehensive services  that meet the needs of this category of citizens.

At the end of the meeting, the parties agreed on further steps for  the practical implementation of the initiatives discussed.

The International Hospitals Group (IHG) is an international company  headquartered in Denham, Buckinghamshire, providing medical services.  IHG has completed more than 480 healthcare projects in 55 countries,  among whose clients are the United Nations, the World Bank, the  International Finance Corporation and more than 24 governments.