National Mental Health Program

Submitted by april2011 on October 15, 2011 - 09:15
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Vision:            Better Quality of Life through Total Health Care for all Filipinos.

Mission:          A Rational and Unified Response to Mental Health.        

Goal:               Quality Mental Health Care.

Objective:  Implementation of a Mental Health Program strategy

 

The National Mental Health Policy shall be pursued through a Mental Health Program strategy prioritizing the promotion of mental health, protection of the rights and freedoms of persons with mental diseases and the reduction of the burden and consequences of mental ill-health, mental and brain disorders and disabilities.

 

Stakeholders:

To ensure the sustainability and effectiveness of the National Mental Health Program, certain committees and teams were organized.

1.      National Program Management Committee (NPMC)

The NPMC is chaired by the Undersecretary of Health of the Policy and Standards Development Team for Service Delivery and co-chaired by the Director IV of the National Center for Disease Prevention and Control (NCDPC).

Its functions are as follows:

  •       Oversee the development of mental health measures for sub-programs and components;

  •       Integrate the various programs, project and activities from the various program development and management groups for each sub-program;

  •       Manage the various sub-programs and components of the National Mental Health Program;

  •       Oversee the implementation of prevention and control measures for mental health issues and concerns; and

  •       Recommended to the Secretary of Health a master plan for mental health aligned with the mandates and thrusts of various government agencies.

2.     Program Development and Management Teams (PDMT)

Under the NPMC, PDMT shall be established corresponding to the four sub-programs of the National Mental Health Program. A PDMT shall oversee the operations of a sub-program of the National Mental Health Program.

The functions of PDMT are:

  •       Formulate and recommend policies, standards, guidelines approaches on each specifics sub-programs on mental health;

  •       Develop a plan of action for each specific sub-program in consultation with mental health advocates and stakeholders

  •       Develop operating guidelines, procedures, protocols for the mental health sub-program. Ensure the implementation of the program among all stakeholders; and

  •       Provide technical assistance to other mental health teams according to sub-programs thrusts.

3. Regional Mental Health Teams (RMHT)

To ensure an efficient and effective multi-sectoral implementation of the National Mental Health Program at the regional level, a RMHT shall be established in each of the Centers for Health Development (CHD).

The functions are as follows:

  •       Oversee the planning and operation of the National Mental Health Program at the regional level; 

  •       Provide technical assistance on the issues and concerns pertaining to the implementation of the different subprograms of the National Mental Health Program;

  •       Strengthen technical and managerial capability at the local level to ensure LGU participation on the implementation of the National Mental Health Program;

  •       Ensure establishment of LGU teams for mental health;

  •       Ensure the conduct of monitoring and evaluation of the implementation of the National Mental Health Program at the regional level; and

  •       Regularly update the PDMT on the status of the regional implementation of the National Mental Health Program.

4.      Local Government Unit Mental Health Teams (LGUMHT)

The suggested members of the LGUMHT are the local health board members, technical health staff, civil society groups, non-government organizations and other stakeholders. Primarily, the LGUMHT enacts necessary legislative issuances and promotes and advocates the implementation of Community-based Mental Health Program among their respective localities and constituents.

5.      Other Partners and Stakeholders

Other stakeholders who may or may not belong to the above-mentioned committees or teams may contribute to the implementation of the National Mental Health Program by:

  •       Ensuring the availability of competent, efficient, culturally and gender-sensitive health care professionals who provide mental health services;

  •       Identifying mental health needs of the population and refer findings to the appropriate mental care provider; and

  •       Promoting and advocating for the implementation of the program within their respective areas of responsibility.

 

Program Strategies:

The National Mental Health Program has the following program strategies:

1.      Health Promotion and Advocacy

Enrichment of advocacy and multimedia information, education and community (IEC) strategies targeting the general public, mental health patients and their families, and service providers shall be done through the promulgation of observances issued by the Office of the President.

2.      Service Provision

Enhancement of service delivery at the national and local levels will enable the early recognition and treatment of mental health problems. To ensure continuity of care, mental health services for people with persistent disabilities shall be established close to home and the workplace.

3.      Policy and Legislation

The formulation and institutionalization of national legislation, policies, program standards and guidelines shall emphasize the development of efficient and effective structures, systems, and mechanisms that will ensure equitable, accessible, affordable and appropriate health services for the mentally ill patients, victims of disaster, and other vulnerable groups.

4.      Encouraging the development of a research culture and capacity

The program shall support researches and studies relevant to mental health, with focus on the following areas: clinical behavior, epidemiology, public health treatment options, and knowledge management. It aims to acquire evidence-based information that will contribute to the public health information and education, policy formulation, planning, and implementation.

5.      Capability Building

The capability of national, regional and local health workers in delivering efficient, effective and appropriate mental health services shall be strengthen. Training shall be conducted on psychosocial care, the detection and management of specific psychiatric morbidity, and the establishment of mental health facilities.

6.      Public-Private Partnership

Inter-sectoral approaches and networking with other government agencies, non-government organizations, academe and private service providers and other stakeholders at the locals, regional and national levels shall be pursued to develop partnership and expand the involvement of stakeholders in: a.) advocacy, promotion and provision of mental health services; b.) conduct of relevant studies, researches and surveys; c.) training of mental health workers; d.) sharing of researches, data and other information on mental issues and concerns; and e.) sharing of resources.

7.      Establishment of data base and information system

This is needed to determine the magnitude of the problem, its epidemiological characteristics and knowledge and practices to serve as basis for shifting the program for being institutional and treatment focused to being preventive, family focused and community oriented. 

8.      Development of model programs

Best practices/models for prevention of substance abuse and risk reduction for mental illness can be replicated in different LGUs in coordination with other agencies involved in mental health and substance abuse prevention programs.

9.      Monitoring and Evaluation

A regular review process shall be conducted. Results of program monitoring and evaluation shall be used in formulating and modifying policies, program objectives and action plans to sustain the mental health initiatives and ensure continuing improvement in the delivery of mental health care.

 

 

Program Direction

Micro Point of View

 

Major Activities/Celebrations:

Celebration Date
Autism Consciousness Week Every 3rd Week of January
National Mental Retardation Week February 14 to 19
National Epilepsy Awareness Week Every 1st Week of September
National Mental Health Week Every 2nd Week of October
National Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Awareness Week Every 3rd Week of October
Substance Abuse Prevention & Control Week Every 3rd Week of November

 

 

Partner Organizations/Agencies:

The following organizations/agencies partake in achieving the vision of the program:

  •       Philippine Psychiatric Association (PPA)

Suite 1007, 10th flr. Medical Plaza Ortigas Condominium

San Miguel Ave. Ortigas Center Pasig City

# (632) 635-98-58.

 

- Dr. Constantine Della

  President

  Contact no. 0922-8537949

  Email Add.: constantine.della@dlsu.edu.ph

 

                               - Dr. Romeo Enriquez

                 Vice President

                 Contact no. 0933-5794140/ 0920-9053041

                 Email add: pnasop@yahoo.com

 

  • National Center for Mental Health (NCMH)

                            Nuevo de Pebrero St. Mauway, Madaluyong City

                             # (632) 531-90-01

-Dr. Bernardino Vicente

                             Medical Center Chief

  • Philippine Mental Health Association (PMHA)

No. 18 East Avenue, Quezon City 1100
#  (632) 921-49-58;  (632) 921-49-59

-Ms. Regina De Jesus

 National Executive Director

 

  • Christoffel Blindenmission (CBM)

Unit 604, Alabang Business Tower

1216 Acacia Avenue, Madrigal Business Park

Alabang, Muntinlupa City 178

# (632) 807-85-86; (632) 807-85-87

 

-Mr. Willy Reyes

Contact no. 0905-4142608

 

Program Managers:

Mr. Melson Mendoza

Email: nelmend2000@yahoo.com

 

Ms. Remedios Guerrero

Email: jing_s_guerrero@yahoo.com

 

Ms. Ditas Purisima Raymundo

Email: ditasturiano@yahoo.com

Department of Health-Non Communicable Disease Office (DOH-NCDO)

Contact Number: 651-78-00 local 1750-1752

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