PT TIMAH continues its efforts to improve healthcare accessibility for communities surrounding its operations, particularly in the Bangka Belitung Islands and Riau Islands provinces. From 2020 through August 2026, the company's free healthcare services reached 24,923 beneficiaries across various age groups, including infants, children, adults, and senior citizens.
The program has also been implemented at 233 locations, reaching communities in rural villages, public facilities, and various community events. Through its mobile healthcare approach, PT TIMAH brings medical services directly to residential areas, reducing the need for residents to travel long distances for medical examinations.
The benefits of the Mobile Health Clinic program have been experienced firsthand by Rusniar (65), a resident of Kampung Jawa in West Bangka Regency. For Rusniar, the free healthcare service is nothing new. She has used PT TIMAH's Mobile Health Clinic services four times.
According to her, the medical examinations are quite comprehensive, including blood pressure and blood sugar checks, consultations with doctors, and medication based on individual needs.
"The services are comprehensive. We can have our blood pressure and blood sugar checked, consult with a doctor, and receive medication. Everything is free, and the service is very satisfying. We hope activities like this can be held regularly, at least once a month," she said.
Rusniar's experience illustrates how healthcare services delivered directly to communities can provide greater convenience while encouraging residents to become more aware of their health conditions.
Similar benefits have also been experienced by residents of Air Abik Hamlet, Gunung Muda Village, Belinyu District, Bangka Regency. One of them is Rati, who recently used PT TIMAH's free healthcare services for the first time.
However, she was already familiar with the program because her grandfather frequently received free medical examinations whenever PT TIMAH's mobile healthcare services visited their community.
For Rati, accessibility was one of the most significant benefits. In addition to being located close to her home, the medical examination process was faster and did not require long waiting times.
"The service here is faster, and we don't have to wait in long lines. It's also more convenient because the healthcare team comes directly to our village. The staff are friendly and provide excellent service, and we receive medication right away," she said.
Similar benefits have also been experienced by residents of Air Rayak Village in Belitung Regency. Etha Yesi Erlia (28), a local resident, said she appreciated the free healthcare services, which brought doctors directly into residential communities.
"This is very helpful because the services are free and doctors are available. This is my first time participating, and I think this program is really needed," Etha said.
According to her, having healthcare services closer to home is particularly meaningful for elderly residents who sometimes face difficulties traveling to community health centers.
"There are many elderly people in our area who may have difficulty getting to the community health center. With services like these, we can receive medical care much closer to home," she explained.
She hopes PT TIMAH will continue providing free healthcare services regularly so that more people can benefit from the program.
Meanwhile, in the Kundur area of Riau Islands Province, the free healthcare program has also received a positive response from the community. Jabar, a resident of Telok Radang, said he learned about the program through information provided by the village administration.
He welcomed the free healthcare services, which give residents the opportunity to have their health checked without having to pay medical expenses.
"Activities like this are very helpful for us. The services are close to our community, and we can receive free medical examinations. We hope programs like this will continue, and may PT TIMAH continue to be blessed," he said.
These experiences reflect PT TIMAH's ongoing efforts to deliver meaningful benefits that can be directly experienced by communities. Beyond providing medical examinations, the program also aims to raise public awareness about the importance of maintaining good health from an early stage.
The initiative also demonstrates the company's commitment to fulfilling its Social and Environmental Responsibility (TJSL), particularly in the healthcare sector, while strengthening positive relationships with communities surrounding its operational areas.
From one village to another, PT TIMAH's Mobile Health Clinic continues to travel, delivering healthcare services and demonstrating genuine care for the community.
After all, healthcare is not only about treating illnesses but also about ensuring that everyone has greater opportunities to maintain their health. (*)
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