The KGL Foundation has completed the renovation of the Out-Patient Department (OPD) Centre at the Accra Psychiatric Hospital as part of efforts to enhance mental healthcare delivery and improve patient well-being.
The refurbished facility was commissioned last Thursday and forms part of the Foundation’s broader initiative to create a more welcoming, dignified and patient-friendly environment for individuals seeking mental health services.
Conducive Environment
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, the Chief Executive Officer of the KGL Foundation, Mr. Elliot Dadey, said the project was inspired by the need to make a meaningful contribution to Ghana’s mental health sector while encouraging greater investment in mental healthcare infrastructure.
According to him, the physical condition of healthcare facilities plays a critical role in the treatment, recovery and overall experience of patients.
Mr. Dadey expressed confidence that the upgraded OPD centre would provide a more conducive environment for both patients and healthcare professionals, thereby improving the quality of care delivered at the hospital.
He also called on corporate institutions and philanthropic organisations to support efforts aimed at strengthening mental healthcare services across the country.
“Mental health remains an essential component of national development, and we must all play our part in supporting the sector,” he said.
Commendation
The Director of the Accra Psychiatric Hospital, Dr. Kwadwo Marfo Obeng, commended the KGL Foundation for what he described as a transformative intervention.
He noted that the renovation had significantly improved the appearance of the hospital and enhanced conditions within consulting rooms, creating a safer and more comfortable environment for patients, visitors and healthcare workers.
According to Dr. Obeng, the facelift is also helping to reduce the stigma associated with mental illness by making the facility more attractive and accessible.
“The improvement in the physical environment is encouraging more people to seek professional mental health support and helping to change public perceptions about psychiatric care,” he stated.
The commissioning ceremony was attended by key stakeholders in the mental health sector, including the Chief Executive Officer of the Mental Health Authority, Dr. Eugene Dordoye, as well as other senior officials and healthcare professionals.
The renovation is expected to contribute significantly to improved service delivery, enhanced patient experience and increased public confidence in mental healthcare services in Ghana.
