Support for psychological well-being: Launch of telemedicine psychology program in response to Ditwa Cyclone

The Sri Lanka College of Psychiatrists has launched an innovative telemedicine psychology program designed to provide essential support and mental health care to individuals adversely affected by the Ditwa Cyclone. This initiative is a vital response to the psychological challenges faced by the community in the aftermath of the disaster.

However, the implementation of this program has faced significant obstacles, primarily due to a considerable lack of access to smart devices among the target beneficiaries. Recognizing the urgency of this situation, S-lon Lanka (Pvt) Ltd has made a commendable contribution by donating tablet devices through its corporate social responsibility initiative, the “Suwasahana Charika” Program. This generous donation aims to bridge the technological gap, ensuring that individuals in need can access the psychological services offered by the telemedicine program.

The collaborative efforts were strengthened during a recent event that was attended by key figures, including Mr. S.C. Weerasekara, the Group Director / Chief Operating Officer of The Capital Maharaja Group, and Dr. Dashanthi Akmemana, the Chairman of the Sri Lanka College of Psychiatrists.

The Sri Lanka College of Psychiatrists expressed its gratitude to S-lon Lanka for its support and is committed to addressing the community’s mental health needs during this challenging time.

source: The Island