We at PRABAL have taken a small step towards serving the mentally ill and Drug dependent Patients. This is a hospital having qualified personnel with a team of Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Counselor and Social Worker.

THE FACILITIES AVAILABE AT THE HOSPITAL ARE:-

1. OUTDOOR CONSULTATION:

♦ This facility is for those suffering from Psychiatric, Psychological and Behavioral problems. OPD is available from Monday to Friday between 5:30 to 8:00 pm. Patients on prior appointment are seen on Sunday between 4:00 to 6:00 pm. In the Out Patient Department of hospital, Consultation is given to old as well as new patients.
♦ Few patients may require only psychological intervention and counseling, so they are treated by the Psychologist. If needed Psychological Investigations are also done.
♦ In few patients certain pathological investigation may be required before treatment like Blood Chemistry, E.E.G., X-ray, E.C.G. and C.T. Scan. Patient will be advised to come with above reports, or the above investigation can also be done on required basis under the arrangements of the hospital.

2. INDOOR TREATMENT:

It becomes imperative to admit patient, when family faces difficulty in managing their patient at home, whether he / she is drug dependent or mentally ill, they are properly nursed in a caring environment. During indoor treatment the patients receives comprehensive care and treatment from staff trained in psychiatric nursing, psychological and social services.
♦ Attendants and patients are advised to read the consent form carefully, understand the rules and regulations and then get admitted.
♦ A comprehensive interview/case history is taken from patient/accompanying persons by the Psychologist and general physical examination of the patient is done. The treatment starts with tentative diagnosis.
♦ In the ward detailed observation of the patient is done, history taken from patients is also cross checked with the close members of the family to ascertain the factual details.
♦ Relevant pathological investigation of the patient is done.
♦ Relevant psychological evaluation of the patient such as mental health examination and other psychometric tests, if required, are done.
♦ A complete diagnosis is made based on the above findings which are clinically correlated in the ward.
♦ Treatment is re-defined. Medicines are accordingly changed and monitored which suit the patient.
♦ Psychological intervention is done along with pharmacological treatment. Behavior modification of the patient is done through ward based therapies which includes Daily Routine, Group Therapies, Relaxation Exercises, Music Therapy, and Counseling Sessions.
♦ In most cases it has been observed that family members are not sensitized on their patient illness management, so at PRABAL, Family Counseling sessions are taken where the Counselor tries to bring an insight about the nature of illness, treatment plan, duration and side effects of the medicines.
♦ Discharged patients are advised for regular follow-up schedules.

3. DAY CARE SERVICES FOR MENTALLY ILL:

♦ Those patients who require Day Care Services are advised to come in the morning, stay for the whole day, and participate in constructive activities such as group discussions, relaxation exercises, music therapy, and daily routine.

4. LONG TERM STAY FACILITY:

♦ When it becomes impossible for the family to take care of their chronic ill patient, then this hospital provides a long term stay facility at affordable/package rates.

5. FOLLOW UP SUPPORT:

♦ Follow-up support is provided to sustain abstinence and improve life style. This includes medical assistance, counseling session and relapse prevention for a period of one to three years.