Physical Health Ghana Project #48347

support 1000 mental health patients in Ghana

by Mensah Mental Health rehabilitation project( MEMHREP)-Ghana

support 1000 mental health patients in Ghana

Project Report | Feb 17, 2022
MEMHREP DONATES ITEMS TO BLIND COOPERATIVE SOCIETY

By Edward Ofosuhene | Project International Relation officer

Mensah Mental Health Rehabilitation Project (MEMHREP) as part of its regular activities, donated food items to Asonomaso Nkwanta Cooperative Blind Society at Ntonsu in the Ashanti region, Ghana.

This is the 10th year MEMHREP, mental health NGO is putting smiles on the faces of our brethren who have a visual impairment. The items donated included drinking water, gallons of cooking oil, bags of rice, soft drinks, toilet rolls, and other food items.

These items were large contributions from our supporting partners and the CEO of MEMHREP (Mr. Adu Gyamfi), who has been leading the mental health team of MEMHREP to help prevent, care and support mental health patients in Ghana.

International Relations Officer of MEMHREP, Edward Ofosuhene while presenting over the items, explained to the Blind Society that “being visually impaired could sometimes cause distress, hence MEMHREP decision to donate and support your society, which motto is ‘Onuad, Onuad Na y’ to wit: brotherly love is the best.”

“He said 2021 was a tough year for many people, especially persons with disability and vulnerable groups in society due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and statistics show there is a lot of increase in mental health issues during these pandemic years.

We know the pandemic has affected everyone, but have we ever taken a few minutes to think of the mentally ill people on the streets and those who are disabled in one way or another. The team and with the help of our supporting partners, MEMHREP has educated and supported over 5000 persons with mental health needs during this year. As part of our core value of promoting and protecting the human rights of these vulnerable minorities in societies, we are here today donating in this generous way to support your course.”

Peter Kwateng, chairman of the Asonomaso Nkwanta Cooperative Blind Society expressed his deepest gratitude to the CEO and volunteers of MEMHREP for the invaluable essentials.

“We want to say a big thank you to MEMHREP. We never expected this kindness, as you help the marginalized in society God will also magnify Himself among you. We looking forward to a good cordial relationship with MEMHREP. Thank you and God bless you.”

MEMHREP solicits funds from all individuals and corporate bodies for this course.

Currently, MEMHREP Team is working tirelessly to build an ultra-modern rehabilitation center for persons with mental health conditions at Nkwankwanua in Ashanti Region. When completed, it will provide shelter, medical care, and employable skills to the clients to reintegrate them into the communities.

MEMHREP believes that mentally ill persons deserve to live healthy and safe life. But, this could be achieved through our collective efforts. Your support, in terms of the provision of logistics, finance, etc would be invested in our clients to achieve the desired results.

MEMHREP, therefore, needs all kinds of support from individuals, philanthropists, and corporate bodies home and abroad to make the organization's dream of ridding our streets of mental patients a reality.

Links:

https://www.modernghana.com/news/1138639/memhrep-donates-items-to-asonomaso-nkwanta-coopera.html

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Feb 17, 2022
STREET SUPPER organised by MEMHREP

By Edward Ofosuhene | Project International Relation officer

As part of Mensah Mental Health Rehabilitation Project (MEMHREP) commitment to care for persons with mental health conditions on the streets and through its Community Mental Health Support Program, the organization fed the physically or mentally-ill, the vulnerable individuals on the street of Kumasi (Ghana) starting from Fumesa Junction to Asafo Labour Office.

In the past 10 years, MEMHREP has been putting smiles on the faces of persons with mental health conditions on the streets and in the community. This donation was not mainly food, but the organisation provided personal hygiene and clothes to the neglected individuals.

MEMHREP, founded in 2011 by Mr. Adu Gyamfi, is a non-governmental organization concerned about the plight of mentally ill persons and vulnerable groups in societies. The NGO has been protecting and promoting the human rights and dignity of persons with mental health conditions, abandoned on the streets.

The CEO of MEMHREP, Mr. Adu Gyamfi had this to say when asked about the organization's decision to donate to persons with mental illness on the streets, “After 10 years of caring, and supporting these ‘forgotten individuals, anytime I see them on the streets I cry within me. He further questioned ‘Are they not human beings who need our care, love & support? We have done a great job so far but, our mission is to build Rehabilitation Centre where we will accommodate these persons on the streets across the country. With our help and your support, these homeless mentally ill persons will receive shelter, healthcare, and lots of the many necessities of life most of us take for granted”.

We are asking for donations to help fund the building project, feed, and provide continuous care. Please be part of the team that will make this a reality for those with mental health conditions.

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Oct 21, 2021
FOOTBALL MATCH FOR AN INCREDIBLE CAUSE

By Adu Gyamfi | Project Leader

A football match, created to highlight the importance of talking about our mental health, was recently played out at Ayeduase football site. MEMHREP along with the Community football club and other football teams in the area of Kumasi ,launched the Play to Talk silent match to show the power of communication, and how football can be a vital tool in breaking down barriers to tough conversations about mental health. Adu Gyamfi Founder and CEO at MEMHREP, stressed the need to treat psychological struggles the same way as physical ones. "If you were struggling with your knee or hamstring, would you let your teammates know about it? It is just as important to talk to your teammates about your mental health as much as your physical health.” More than 55 players took part in the game, with the first match being played out in silence. In the other matches participants could speak to their teammates again. Also present was Regional Football Association Chairman, Mr.Kotoro who has spoken openly about his own mental health and the difficult periods he’s endured. "Having taken part today, I know the Play To Talk event was really powerful.” He said." “Playing football in silence is hard, it’s frustrating and it feels lonely. I think this experience mirrored what it can feel like in day-to-day life when we bottle up our feelings and worries. Talking to somebody helps.” There are about 1000 deaths by suicide every year in Ghana of those are male, and female and suicide remains the single biggest killer.Which is very depression because is very difficult for mental health patients to explain what is happening in their life. Football for so many is a safe-haven and a place where vital relationships can be formed. Play To Talk aims to encourage a culture in which people feel they can openly ask for help, whether it be their teammate or someone beyond the football pitch. Adu Gyamfi, CEO after the event explained: “We’ve seen first-hand how much people have missed playing. We talk to the players and hear how issues such as loneliness and isolation have been helped by the return of outdoor sports. MEMHREP is committed to supporting everyone and staff in maintaining their mental health as much as their physical health.

Links:

http://http:www.Memhrep.org

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