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Each nursing station has a number of nursing staff to assist with daily functions and ward requirements regarding patient care.
What you need to know for your stay at Optima. Nursing Personnel, Smoking policy, Valuables, Respect, Weapons, Alcohol and drugs as well as Bedtime information.
“Occupation” refers to purposeful and meaningful participation in activities including self-care, productivity and leisure.
A therapeutic group programme is legally compulsory in all psychiatric hospitals in South Africa.
Please note: visiting hours are between 17H00 – 18H00 in the teenage unit. (Only parents and siblings)
26 June 2019 The United Nations General Assembly in 1987 decided to observe 26 June as the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking as an expression of its determination to strengthen action and cooperation to achieve the goal of an international society free of drug abuse. The United Nations Office on Drugs and […]
Prevent elder abuse. June 15th is World Elder Abuse Prevention Day Elder abuse is a significant public health problem. Each year, hundreds of thousands of adults over the age of 60 are abused, neglected, or financially exploited. Elder abuse, including neglect and exploitation, is experienced by 1 out of every 10 people, ages 60 and […]
Male students are a forgotten demographic with their own mental health needs. Millions of young people will shortly be commencing studies at universities and colleges across the country. This is a time of great hope, opportunity and excitement for most students. However some students face specific challenges which can result in poor mental health. Indeed, the National […]
June 12, 2019
