Star Assurance Group, the parent company of Star Assurance, StarLife Assurance, StarMicro, StarHealth and Star Pensions Trust, has extended a compassionate hand to children battling cancer at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, paying the medical bills of 21 needy patients at the hospital’s Child Health Department.
The gesture forms part of the Group’s annual “Love Month” initiative observed in February, a period dedicated to demonstrating care and support to vulnerable members of society.
The donation was directed to the Children’s Cancer Unit of the Child Health Department, where many families struggle with the high cost of cancer treatment. By covering themedical bills of the 21 children, Star Assurance Group has brought significant relief to their families and renewed hope in their fight against various forms of cancer.
During the visit to the wards, Rosemary Aryee, Head of Human Resource & Administration, StarLife Assurance, who led the team, stated that the initiative reflects the Group’s commitment to social impact and community development. She noted that February is not only a time to celebrate love, but also an opportunity to make meaningful contributions that positively impact lives.
She added that supporting children undergoing cancer treatment aligns with the broader mission of Star Assurance Group to provide security and assurance, not only through its insurance services, but also through meaningful and tangible acts of kindness that uplift vulnerable families.
Lawrencia Turkson, Principal Nursing Officer at the Department of Child Health of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, expressed profound gratitude to the Star Assurance Group for the timely intervention, noting that childhood cancer treatment can be financially and emotionally draining for families. She indicated that such partnerships play a vital role in improving access to quality healthcare for children in need.
Parents and guardians of the beneficiaries expressed heartfelt appreciation for the support from the Star Assurance Group.
The initiative underscores the importance of public-private collaboration in addressing critical healthcare challenges and highlights Star Assurance Group’s ongoing commitment to supporting vulnerable communities across the country.
