Our Services List
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program
Caring and Empowering a fulfilling Life in the journey of Recovery from Mental Health Disorders
KHS Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program offers structured activities both–on-site and off-site—in the community. Our coordinators assist and support people in achieving their recovery goals.
Adult Rehabilitation
KHS Rehabilitation Coordinators work one-on-one to develop and monitor plans based on individual interests, goals, strengths and needs. Ours is a person’s centered and driven approach, we offer activities and group sessions on:
- Medication Education
- Symptoms Management
- Community Integration
- Personal Hygiene
- Understanding mental health and self-advocacy
- Recognizing and managing signs of stress
- Navigating public assistance programs
- Addressing health conditions and promoting wellness
- Improving communication and social skills
- Managing personal finances
- Preparing for the world of work
- Mental Illness and Substance Use
- Crisis Management
KHS rehabilitation program is unique in offering supportive services to individuals living with mental illness. Clients will learn or increase their knowledge in the following areas:
- Relapse Prevention
- Increase or gain skills in recovery
- Develop coping skills that would lead to possible change in negative behaviors.
- Develop and strengthen their network of supports in an attempt to optimize available resources in their chosen communities
Make referrals to Karis Health Services Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program using this form.
Fax: 443-708-0853
Tel: 443-438-3536
Referrals and Eligibility
The referral form must be completed by a licensed mental health clinician. Only Individuals with Medical Assistance (Medicaid) are eligible for PRP services.
Personal Goals
Individuals living with mental health condition, even if they experience symptoms, can still set goals and begin to work toward achieving them. KHS works and supports individuals in an attempt to keep their symptoms under control, so they can focus on their goals and on how to attain them. KHS clients are encouraged to speak with a member of the recovery team if they feel their existing symptoms make it difficult for them to set or achieve their goals.
Make referrals to Karis Health Services Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program using this form.
Fax: 443-708-0853
Tel: 443-438-3536
Referrals and Eligibility
The referral form must be completed by a licensed mental health clinician. Only Individuals with Medical Assistance (Medicaid) are eligible for PRP services.
Person-Centered Recovery Goals
Individuals receiving services at KHS are encouraged to evaluate their interest and desires while making up their minds on their personal goals. What is it that you would like to accomplish that would bring you joy and satisfaction? What is it that you like doing or you want to become? Upon identifying such goals, KHS staff would work with clients to develop strategies that would enhance attainment of such goals by identifying realistic daily baby steps towards your goal attainment.
Make referrals to Karis Health Services Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program using this form.
Fax: 443-708-0853
Tel: 443-438-3536
Referrals and Eligibility
The referral form must be completed by a licensed mental health clinician. Only Individuals with Medical Assistance (Medicaid) are eligible for PRP services.
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program
Total wellness in recovery is important for people living with mental illness. Many people who live with mental illness do not seek or receive regular or adequate primary healthcare. Research has shown that it is difficult for most individuals living with mental illness to access care due to illness related interferences such as; financial issues, homelessness, and effects of illness symptoms. People who have mental health conditions have a life span that is, on average, 13 to 30 years shorter than that of the general population. Other conditions that cause earlier deaths include cancer, respiratory and lung disease (such as emphysema), and liver complications. Other factors include but are not limited to smoking, substance abuse, lack of exercise, medication side effects, and unhealthy diet. Maintaining an active wellness plan and activities promote general health and longevity.
Below are some notable wellness practices individuals can benefit from;
Be aware of any of the physical side effects that medication(s) may cause and how they might affect health. When the doctor prescribes medication, talk to him or her about any precautions to take or regular tests or blood work that might be important to have. Talk to the doctor right away about any side affects you think you may be experiencing.
This can help detect health problems early, such as high blood pressure, heart disease, or diabetes. When a person stays on top of his or her health, it’s possible to identify changes early and take steps to keep diseases in check.
A psychiatrist and therapist can help control symptoms and keep a mental health condition effectively managed.
Quitting smoking, eating nutritious food, reducing stress, and exercising regularly can help maintain physical health. The Recovery section offers ideas about creating a routine that you can stick with.
Everyone needs a place to call home. Some people with a serious mental health condition live with a spouse, family member, or roommate in housing that they own or they rent independently.
People who live with mental health conditions and other serious mental health conditions, like all people, tend to have good times and difficult times throughout their lives. Most people who have mental health conditions experience times of remission, when symptoms are under control, and times of relapse, when symptoms return or even get worse.
Relapse can happen quickly, within days. But it’s most common for a relapse to develop gradually. Knowing the triggers and noticing the signs of relapse as early as possible can help prevent the relapse from occurring—or reduce its severity. Early intervention may help avoid hospitalization—or make it possible for a person to have a shorter hospital stay and get back to his or her life and recovery.
It’s impossible to predict exactly what each person’s early signs of relapse will be. But over time, it may be possible to notice a pattern of similar early warning signs. It is usually very subtle at first—people may not notice anything different unless they know the person with a mental health condition very well. Sometimes, it can just be the sound of the person’s voice. Or it may be that the person is being quiet when he or she normally would not be.
Some of the common early signs of relapse include:
- Restless or unsettled sleep
- Feelings of tension or nervousness
- Having a hard time concentrating
- Not wanting to spend time with others; staying isolated
- Feeling irritable or having a short temper
- Having trouble taking care of routine things
- Feeling a lack of energy
- Feeling sad or depressed
- Feeling confused
- A change in appetite
- Disturbed (or lack of) sleep; feeling extremely excited
- Talking quickly and talking more than usual
- Making big plans without thinking them through
- Acting reckless
- Feeling very tired
- Feeling very depressed
- While every relapse experience is unique, a person’s early warning signs tend to be similar each time.
Keeping a list of early warning signs experienced my help to develop good relapse prevention strategies.
Some common relapse triggers include but are not limited to:
- Not taking medication regularly or correctly as prescribed by your doctors.
- Not attending scheduled doctors and therapist appointments regularly.
- Not reporting symptoms and side effects to your doctors and care givers.
- Use of street drugs/illicit drugs or alcohol. This can trigger a relapse in many people.
Make referrals to Karis Health Services Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program using this form.
Fax: 443-708-0853
Tel: 443-438-3536
Referrals and Eligibility
The referral form must be completed by a licensed mental health clinician. Only Individuals with Medical Assistance (Medicaid) are eligible for PRP services.
Basic Computer Skills
Knowing how to use computers is a necessity in the 21st Century world. Most government and private organizations and business are migrating and conducting their businesses in the online environment, therefore, everyone needs basic computing skills even if you don’t plan on getting a job that involves use of a computer. You will need the computer and The internet to complete online forms, job applications, send and receive emails, and do community based resources search.
With the right help, it’s possible for most people to learn basic computer skills. In computer skills classes, you’ll learn:
- How the computer works; how to turn it on and off.
- How to use a mouse and a touchpad. If you’ve always used a typewriter, this will feel strange. Give yourself time. Everyone goes through this transition. After playing with the hardware a while, you’ll begin to feel comfortable with it.
- How to create a text document, format it (bold, italics, etc.), save it, file it.
KHS staff know how to work with new students, explain the functions so you understand them and support you in the learning process.
Make referrals to Karis Health Services Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program using this form.
Fax: 443-708-0853
Tel: 443-438-3536
Referrals and Eligibility
The referral form must be completed by a licensed mental health clinician. Only Individuals with Medical Assistance (Medicaid) are eligible for PRP services.
Socialization & Community Integration
Individuals living with mental illness often isolate themselves due to their illness interruption with their day to day activities, the desire to interact with their immediate and external environment may witness a decline. At KHS, we have designed a community integration program to encourage individuals to engage in their chosen community activities. KHS staff encourage, assist and support individuals initiate, collaborate and engage in community based socialization activities such as:
- Health and wellness programs
- Communication activities
- Educational and training activities
- Vocational guidance
- Spiritualactivities
- Cultural events
- Recreational activities
By involving in these programs, individuals gain a better quality of life – by developing better social skills, collaboration, friendship and enhanced independence and knowledge of their communities.
Make referrals to Karis Health Services Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program using this form.
Fax: 443-708-0853
Tel: 443-438-3536
Referrals and Eligibility
The referral form must be completed by a licensed mental health clinician. Only Individuals with Medical Assistance (Medicaid) are eligible for PRP services.
Socialization & Community Integration
Life Skills Coaching Program teaches people fundamental skills that are necessary in obtaining and maintaining employment. The skills also help people in their everyday interactions in their community.
Every person’s program is customized to meet their needs, and include: Social skills:
How to maintain proper eye contact
How to get involved in the community
Coping with your disability
Developing a plan to prevent or cope with crisis
Focusing on strengths and minimizing limitations