Karwan-e-Hayat (KeH) is a non-profit mental health care organization established in 1983 in Karachi, by a group of noteworthy individuals. Among them were Begum Rana Liaquat Ali Khan, Dr. Zafar Qureshi, Dr. Abdul Hussaini, Begum Shaista Ikramulllah and the Archbishop of Karachi, Cardinal Joseph Cordeiro. It was their foresight which enabled Karwan-e-Hayat to provide free psychiatric treatment to neglected and underprivileged people suffering from mental disorders in Karachi.
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Patients visits 2022 - 23
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Patients visits 2023 - 24
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Patients visits 2024 - 25 (July to January)
Services
Telepsychiatry
Telepsychiatry describes the interaction between a psychiatrist and the patient and delivery of psychiatric assessment...
Psychiatric Rehabilitation
The Psychiatric Rehabilitation program at Karwan-e-Hayat runs as a day treatment program and includes psychotherapy...
Day Care Services
KEH offers structured day care services for patients with severe long-term mental disorders.
Contribute In The Cause
More than 90% deserving and underprivileged mentally ill patients are treated free of cost at Karwan-e-Hayat which includes psychiatric consultation, medication, hospitalization, nursing, daycare, rehabilitation and meals.
Success Stories
24
Sep
Triumph Over Schizophrenia: A Journey of Resilience and Hope
This story is one of courage, resilience, and the unwavering human spirit. It is a tale that exemplifies the transformative power of su...
09
Oct
Farhana’s Journey from Darkness to Empowerment
In the depths of despair, Farhana* emerged as a symbol of resilience, breaking free from the shackles of her traumatic past to embrace ...
09
Oct
Unveiling the Light Within: Nazia’s Victory
In a world overshadowed by pain, Nazia's story shines as a beacon of hope, triumphing over the horrors of her past to rediscover her st...
09
Oct
Transformation after Defeating Schizophrenia
In the face of relentless hardships, Qadir* emerged as a symbol of unwavering resilience, defying the odds to reclaim his life from the...
09
Oct
From Despair to Empowerment: Amna’s Journey of Healing and Hope
In Karwan-e-Hayat, a female in-patient named Amna*, aged 27, found herself overwhelmed by deep despair and confusion. Her prolonged bat...
09
Oct
A Triumph Over Mental Illness: Naheed’s Journey with Karwan-e-Hayat
Naheed’s* life took a dramatic turn when she was diagnosed with schizophrenia and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Under the comp...
09
Oct
Sobia’s Journey: From Crisis to Resilience with Karwan-e-Hayat’s Support
When Sobia* was first admitted to Karwan-e-Hayat, she was in a state of extreme distress. She was experiencing severe suicidal thoughts...
18
Oct
Bob’s Journey with Karwan-e-Hayat
Bob*, a retired pilot by profession and a father of two kids, was admitted to Karwan-e-Hayat some time ago and was diagnosed with drug-...
18
Oct
Didi’s Journey with Karwan-e-Hayat
Earlier this year, Didi* was referred to Karwan-e-Hayat by her psychiatrist for psychotherapy. Her symptoms included aggressiveness on ...
18
Oct
Karim’s Journey with Karwan-e-Hayat
Three months earlier, Karim*, aged 29, entered Karwan-e-Hayat with his father for treatment of excessive anger, hallucinations, and del...
18
Oct
Sumair’s Journey with Karwan-e-Hayat
Sumair* found himself drowning in despair with intense anger, erratic moods, and vivid delusions. The burden of drug use and the haunti...
18
Oct
Akbar’s Journey with Karwan-e-Hayat
Akbar*, a capable young man, battled depression and anxiety stemming from feelings of inadequacy and fear of failure. Despite his Madra...
18
Oct
Abbas’s Journey with Karwan-e-Hayat
Abbas*, a patient struggling with substance addiction and debilitating psychotic symptoms caused by alcohol, cannabis, and LSD, found h...
18
Oct
From Despair to Empowerment: Sadaf’s Journey of Healing and Hope
Sadaf* was admitted to Karwan-e-Hayat to help her conquer hallucinations, delusions, and aggression. A meticulously crafted 20-day trea...
18
Oct
From Despair to Empowerment: Ahmed’s Journey of Healing and Hope
In the depths of despair, Ahmed* found himself entangled in a tempest of emotions. Intense anger outbursts, erratic mood swings, and vi...
18
Oct
From Despair to Empowerment: Bushra’s Journey of Healing and Hope
Several months ago, Bushra* arrived at Karwan-e-Hayat with severe psychosis, marked by delusions, intense anger, and abusive language. ...
18
Oct
A Triumph Over Mental Illness: Madiha’s Journey with Karwan-e-Hayat
Within Karwan-e-Hayat's (KeH) embrace, Madiha* found solace from the storm of Bipolar Affective Disorder and her mother's controlling g...
18
Oct
A Triumph Over Mental Illness: Naveed’s Journey with Karwan-e-Hayat
Naveed’s* journey from the grips of schizophrenia's torment to newfound clarity and control is profoundly inspiring. At just 26, he wre...
18
Oct
Hamid’s Journey: From Crisis to Resilience with Karwan-e-Hayat’s Support
Hamid*, a 27-year-old married man, was admitted to Karwan-e-Hayat four months ago, struggling with insomnia, restlessness, fear, mood s...
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More than 243,000 patient visits were facilitated through its two facilities in Keamari and Korangi and through 22 Community Outreach camps within the city of Karachi.
More than 650,000 patient visits have been facilitated in the last 5 years, benefitting for than 100,000 families.
Events
26
Dec
December 26, 2024 – Expansion of Karwan-e-Hayat’s Female Wing
Karwan-e-Hayat hosted Mr. Mohsin Nathani, Mrs. Zoya Nathani, and their children at the Keamari facility for the plaque unveiling and gr...
20
Dec
December 20-21, 2024 – 2nd International Psychosocial and Psychiatric Rehabilitation Conference (PPRC’24)
Karwan-e-Hayat, Pakistan's leading mental healthcare organization, successfully hosted the 2nd International Psychosocial and Psychiatr...
16
Dec
December 16, 2024 – Gender-Based Violence Training session
Karwan-e-Hayat was honoured to participate in an impactful event hosted by Pathfinders International at a leading hotel in Karachi, foc...
19
Nov
November 19, 2024 – Partnership with Zayn Capital and Buscaro
A groundbreaking collaboration with Zayan Capital and BusCaro that blends innovation with compassion. Zayn Capital has structured Pakis...
12
Nov
November 12, 2024 – World Quality Day
Karwan-e-Hayat launched the “Zero Error” and “Clinical Quality Circle” initiatives to set new benchmarks in mental wellness management,...
10
Nov
November 10, 2024 – Behbud Fiesta
Behbud Association and Karwan-e-Hayat joined hands at the Behbud Fiesta to provide free health services and spread awareness about phys...
28
Oct
October 28, 2024 – Panel Discussion at Yunus Textile Mills
To commemorate World Mental Health Day, Karwan-e-Hayat had the honour of participating in a powerful panel discussion hosted by Yunus T...
24
Oct
October 24, 2024 – Mental Health Awareness session at State Bank of Pakistan
Delivered a “Mental Wellness and Work-Life Balance” session for more than 30 participants at the State Bank of Pakistan. This interacti...
12
Oct
October 12, 2024 – World Mental Health Day and Official Launch of the International Psychosocial & Psychiatric Rehabilitation Conference (PPRC) 2024
Karwan-e-Hayat celebrated World Mental Health Day 2024 with the official launch of the International Psychosocial & Psychiatric Reh...
04
Oct
October 4, 2024 – Mental Health Awareness session at Gerrys Dnata
A mental health awareness session was facilitated by Karwan-e-Hayat for the Gerry’s Dnata employees. The session offered valuable insig...
20
Sep
September 20, 2024 – Sindh Healthcare Commission License Presentation
Karwan-e-Hayat, a leading provider of mental health care in Pakistan, has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the only mental ...
11
Sep
September 11, 2024 – Mental Health Awareness session at Getz Pharma
Getz Pharma, in collaboration with Karwan-e-Hayat, continues to address mental health care gaps through its ‘Mind Matters’ initiative. ...