Mental Health Facility Handover: Koforidua Hospital
Eastern Region Hospital receives refreshed mental health unit for expanded care in Koforidua
The Eastern Regional Hospital in Koforidua has taken delivery of a newly expanded and refurbished 35-bed mental health unit. This facility, part of ongoing efforts to strengthen psychiatric services in the region, will offer more space and improved conditions for patients seeking treatment.
The handover ceremony emphasized the importance of accessible mental health care for all Ghanaians, particularly in areas outside the capital where resources have historically been limited. Stakeholders highlighted how this upgrade supports national goals to modernize health infrastructure and reduce the burden on families seeking treatment.
Community leaders in the Eastern Region have long advocated for better mental health support, noting that stigma and geographic barriers have kept many from receiving proper care. This facility represents a tangible step toward addressing those challenges in a region home to over three million people.
Hospital management confirmed the unit is now operational and will be integrated into outpatient and inpatient services immediately. Plans are underway to collaborate with community outreach programs to ensure wider public awareness and utilization of the expanded facilities available in Koforidua.
