Vitalis St. John is stepping up by launching, under one roof, Lebanon’s first preventive health care for all and Seniors’ daycare for retired and active elderly population at St. John Monastery in Khenchara, offering compassionate daytime support and top-quality medical services.
Vitalis St. John is a pioneering community care initiative based at the Monastery of Saint John the Baptist in Khenchara, a village nestled in the Northern Metn District of Mount Lebanon, about 30 km northeast of Beirut. The monastery provides both a symbolic and physical foundation for the project—rooted in centuries of service, spirituality, and education. From this historic site, Vitalis St. John extends compassionate healthcare and social services to seniors and underserved families throughout the surrounding villages and communities of Northern Metn.
Our mission is to bring dignity, vitality, and compassionate support to Lebanon’s most vulnerable residents. We are proud to launch the country’s first preventive care and seniors daycare center, offering access to high-quality medical services, wellness programs, and meaningful daytime engagement in a warm, respectful environment.
At Vitalis St. John, we believe aging should be met with grace, not hardship. That’s why we’ve built a model rooted in community, care, and connection, partnering with local and international organizations, health professionals, and compassionate citizens to provide:
We serve a region of over 120,000 people, empowering families, relieving caregivers, and promoting healthy aging.
Vitalis St. John is a project by RISE 4 LIFE and supported by visionary partners who share our belief in a future where no one ages alone.
We provide comprehensive care through:
Each patient begins with an assessment by a family medicine doctor and is then referred to the appropriate specialist for further evaluation and treatment.
Delivering care directly to underserved neighborhoods, ensuring no one is left behind due to distance or mobility barriers.
In partnership with HDF, their fully equipped mobile clinic will tour villages and communities across Northern Metn, delivering targeted healthcare services directly to those in need.
HDF’s on-site laboratory provides timely and accurate diagnostic testing, enabling prompt and effective medical care tailored to each patient’s needs.
We offer:
These services ensure timely, precise, and accessible testing to support our patients’ overall well-being.
We provide a safe, supportive, and enriching space where older adults stay active and connected to their families and community.
Designed to promote dignity, wellness, and social connection, our services provide:
Our goal is to enrich the daily lives of seniors, ease the burden on caregivers, and foster a community where aging is met with compassion, purpose, and respect.
We believe that education is a powerful tool for prevention and healthier living. Our awareness services aim to empower individuals and families with the knowledge they need to make informed health decisions and adopt healthier lifestyles.
Our initiatives include:
By promoting awareness and prevention, we strive to build a healthier, more resilient community—one that is informed, proactive, and better equipped to care for itself and others.
Monastery St. John, Khenchara, Metn, Lebanon