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    Kanjoor Yearly report

    Mehac Foundation is a non-profit organisation registered as a charitable trust registered


    under the Act Of registration of deeds. We are committed to improving the quality of life of
    people with mental illness and their families, by providing active total care, delivered by a
    highly skilled multi-disciplinary team. We provide comprehensive psychosocial care to
    people from disadvantaged backgrounds through community clinics and build strategic
    partnerships with local partners and train a wide network of community mental health
    volunteers. Currently providing clinical service in four Districts of Kerala where majority of
    our beneficiaries are from Ernakulam & Alappuzha district. Mehac has been able to create a
    space for mental health at the grassroots level, take a proactive role in advocacy and
    awareness issues and enable preventive care, treatment and rehabilitation.

    Mehac started providing clinic services in association with Kanjoor Grama Panchayath and
    Primary Health Centre from 2012 onwards. A total of 93 patients have registered with us
    since 2012, of which, a number of patients have dropped out. The reasons for the dropout
    included difficulty in accessibility to the clinic, death of the patient, shifting patients to
    rehabilitation centres and poor treatment adherence. Currently we have 46 patients in active
    follow up. The clinics are conducted every 2nd Thursday of the month. At present we are
    conducting one homecare every month along with a palliative care team from the health
    centre. We also have 2 DHC every months. Currently our home care services are only need
    based. However, we also do frequent tele follow ups. Continuing partnerships with LSG
    members, different community stakeholders, hospital staff and ASHA workers help us to
    facilitate timely intervention for the beneficiaries.

    Clinics and home care visits

    Total no: patients registered till now 93


    Total no: of active clients 46
    Total no. of newly registered clients 30
    Total no. consultations at the clinics 299
    Total no. home visits 208

    Total no. of caregivers who attended support group 34


    sessions
    ACTIVITIES DONE

    1.CLINICAL SERVICES

    As mental health remains a sector where individuals often hesitate to seek assistance, and
    where services are frequently scarce, delivering appropriate medical help can be
    challenging. Recognizing this need, the clinic was established in collaboration with the
    panchayat, with the primary aim of providing free and easily accessible mental health
    services to the general public. While initial reluctance stemmed from stigma and lack of
    awareness, significant transformation has occurred over time. The increasing number of
    individuals availing the clinic's services stands as a testament to this positive shift.

    The Mehac clinic comprises a multidisciplinary team including psychiatrists, psychologists,


    psychiatric social workers, and social workers, all adept in providing holistic care.
    Each month the clinic is organised on the 2nd Thursday with prior discussion with palliative
    nurses and hospital staff by the clinic coordinator. Subsequently the clinic coordinator
    informs each patient about the time and date for the clinic. From April 2023 to March 2024
    we conducted 12 clinics and did 299 consultations.

    2. TELE FOLLOW UP

    Tele follow up is done by our team, where each patient is followed up at least two times in a
    month. Through this follow up we enquire with the patient and their family members about
    the present condition of the patient. If there is any assistance needed for the patient or
    family, the team provides timely services for them.

    3. HOME CARE SERVICES

    Many individuals face barriers in accessing healthcare services, often due to physical
    limitations, especially prevalent among the elderly population. Additionally, those with mental
    illness may encounter challenges, such as social anxiety or depression, which hinder their
    ability to seek assistance in unfamiliar environments.

    Recognizing these obstacles, the Mehac team has implemented regular home care
    initiatives facilitated by palliative nurses, ASHA workers, and doctors . This proactive
    approach has proven invaluable, providing essential mental health services directly to
    individuals in need within the comfort of their homes. Not only does this benefit the patients
    themselves, but it also alleviates the burdens placed on their families.

    4.CAREGIVERS SUPPORTING GROUP

    A caregiver support group offers a vital network of emotional and practical assistance for
    individuals caring for loved ones. These groups provide a safe space to share experiences,
    exchange advice, and find solace among peers facing similar challenges. By fostering
    understanding and solidarity, caregiver support groups empower participants to navigate the
    complexities of caregiving with greater resilience and confidence. Mehac team has
    conducted regular Caregiver support in the clinics on different relevant topics such as Anger
    management, Relaxation techniques, Side effects and usage of medicine, Illness and its
    effects on the patient, Stress management, Sleep hygiene, Behavioural modification of
    patients and Crisis Management.

    5.COMMUNITY PROGRAM and PARTNERSHIPS

    Community programs play a vital role in promoting mental health and well-being within
    society. These programs offer essential support, education, and resources to individuals
    facing mental health challenges. By fostering a sense of belonging and understanding, they
    reduce stigma and isolation associated with mental illness. Moreover, community programs
    provide accessible avenues for early intervention and treatment, ultimately improving overall
    mental health outcomes for individuals and communities alike. Through collaboration and
    outreach, they create a supportive environment where individuals can thrive and lead
    fulfilling lives despite mental health struggles. Mehac team has donated an Oxygen
    concentrator for the palliative patients of Kanjoor, which was handed over to the Medical
    Officer. We conducted different awareness sessions for the ASHA workers as they are the
    primary point of communication from the community and clients. The sessions were on
    Elderly Mental health and Disability Welfare benefits. We also celebrate Christmas and New
    Year with the community by distributing Cakes for clients and staff at clinics and while
    conducting Home care visits. The Mehac team also donated medicines for people in need.
    We also conducted a medical camp in a Daivathan home for people with mental health
    issues, and around 80 people were served through the camp.

    Future Plans

    ● Conduct monthly Field Visits with the palliative nurse.


    ● Mental Health awareness sessions for ward members.
    ● More awareness programs for different groups/stakeholders.
    ● Plan to create support groups for different categories of people coming to
    the clinic.

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