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We believe:
Mentally ill is an illness.
People with mental illness are members of the society.
People with mental illness should have equal access to service.
People with mental illness have RIGHTS in making their own choices and decisions.
Informed decision is more effective than coercion.
Involving Family members in the service plan within the confidentiality limit.
Integration of consumer/family member/and public through joint activities.
Improving awareness through community education can reduce stigma.
Ignorance can be overcome by knowledge.
Healthy life style is essential for newcomer’s settlement and adaptation.
Empowerment and Capacity building of individuals/communities.
Evaluating effectiveness by outcome measurement.
Program Planning based on research findings.
We define:
HEALTH as the ability of all people within the community to reach full mental,
spiritual and physical potential by living in safety with vigor and purpose;
meeting personal needs; meeting community responsibilities; adapting to change
and having trusting relationships.
Quality of life:
as an individual’s perception of his/her position in life in the context of the
culture and value systems in which he/she lives, and in relation to hi/her goals,
expectations, standards and concerns. It is a broad ranging concept, incorporating
in a complex way the person’s physical health, psychological state, level of independence,
social relationships, and their relationship to salient features of their environment.
Our services include:
- Community based support and case management.
- Community clinic.
- Supportive housing.
- Family support programs.
- Community mental health education programs.
- Resource Centre.
- Conferences for professionals.
- Consultation to other agencies.
- Connection to a variety of mental health and other services.
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