Psychological First AID for COVID Sufferers and Families
During the COVID-19 pandemic, PFA represents one
intervention among a range of professional interventions that should be implemented
across different service levels. It can be a particularly useful tool for frontline
workers, law enforcement, and managers and caretakers. Those who may benefit from
PFA during COVID-19 include children, adolescents, adults and the elderly; those
suffering from stress or anxiety; people who test positive for COVID-19 and their
family members; those in quarantine or isolation; and people who are grieving the
loss of someone due to COVID-19. Some considerations have been developed as an
inter-agency effort to adapt PFA to the COVID-19 context However, it is important
that people with more complex Mental health needs be referred to appropriate
professional care. Physical distancing measures may necessitate the delivery of PFA
remotely, and it is crucial to avoid generating more stigma associated with COVID-19
by obtaining informed consent and protecting confidentiality.
About Map
Mental Health Action by People ( MAP) is an NGO that aims to
promote wellbeing and quality of life of fellowmen by proactive interventions in
community Mental Health. The MAP is registered as a charitable organization
(TVM/TC/289/2014). MAP has done several projects on Mental health at National Level and
having its chapters in all states. To know all Past and Current Initiatives visit our
Website ( www.mapngo.org)
MAP aims to involve in the comprehensive development
of community by means of promoting mental health through effective, preventive and
promotional measures with the active participation of professionals as well as
people interested in the field of mental health. Mental health promotion is the
cardinal agenda of MAP.
ADDRESSING ISSUES FACED BY CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS IN
INDIA DUE TO COVID-19 CRISIS
MAP is planning to work on the psycho-social wellbeing of the poor and homeless
children at highest risk of suffering due to covid-19 crisis.
Any project to be successful, requires SMART objectives, meticulous planning and a
framework for seamless execution. It requires funding as well as a right donor
agency which is aligned with the goals of the project.
We require volunteers to work on the Project Design and develop a project plan for
implementation of the following:
- Bereavement Support
- Care giver support
- Care giver caring
- Psycho-educational awareness programs
- De-addiction and mental health services
- Communication with government bodies like the NCPCR (National Commission for
Protection of Child Rights)
Commission for Protection of Child Rights)
It is a sincere appeal to all interested in working in the area of mental health and
wellbeing of children to join us in this endeavour. Along with the learning curve,
the project will offer benefits such as:
- Letter of Recognition and appreciation
- Opportunity to attend MAP Academic webinar and Trainings
- Opportunity to represent MAP in National and International level Platform
- Supervision and Guidance for Professional psychological pursuits
- Long term mentorship in Psychology Career
TASKS of the Volunteer Group
- Form an information document giving complete, clear and valid information about various issues/traumas being faced by children during covid 19 using examples.
- List out all the domains where the problems being faced, and give valid information, contact details and how to reach out step by step for addressing those issues.
- Make people aware of wrong ways/ bad organisations and save the children.
- Give one dedicated helpline number to help children in distress/ internet addiction/ behavioural issues due to lockdown where we can provide help.
- Give information about Central Adoption Resource Authority. CARINGS www.cara.nic.in is the only official portal for registration for Prospective Adoptive Parents (PAPs)
- Prepare a Project Plan consisting following elements
- Outline the business justification and stakeholder needs.
- Project objectives
- Scope of the project
- List of deliverables and due dates
- Project schedule
- Risk assessment and risk management plan
- Roles and responsibilities
- Resource Allocation
- Quality assurance plan
- Communication plan
