As rescue and relief efforts are continuing in Ya'an, the quake zone is also preparing for community reconstruction and psychological rebuilding. This project will build up 1 xintu wellbeing center (XWC) in Ya'an to rebuild spiritual home (post-earthquake psychological self-help and support services). XWC is envisaged as being user led, one stop shops with the purpose of establishing processes of prevention, recognition, and assistance for mental health promotion in Ya'an.
It has been 2 weeks since the catastrophic Lushan earthquake, but for many, both within and outside Ya'an City, just a glance at the figures still proves heartbreaking. Close to 196 dead Over 21 missing More than 13,484 injured 295,000 people needing resettlement 186,300 rural buildings collapsed in the quake and about 430,000 homes were gravely damaged "The Headlines Will Fade but the Need Will Not", Community need to be rebuilt for the future.
The most common conditions identified for people after natural disaster included anxiety, fear, stress and depression. By addressing physical health care needs, mental health needs, recovery and social needs in Ya' an City, This project will trial a new model of integrated, whole of person approach to service delivery for people in quake zone families with mental illness or mental health problems.
This is 3 years project with a long term plan for local capacity building. At least 1 Xintu Wellbeing Center established with a team of 4 mental health facilitators and 10 peer supporters. At least 30 psycologists and 100 health workers trained for supporting community mental health. The project will support and serve at least 1000 quake affected families in Ya'an and establish a mechanism for community mental health promotion.
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