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About Karwan-e-Hayat
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.
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.
Core Services
Inpatient Psychiatric Care
Outpatient Clinics (OPD)
Rehabilitation Program
Community Mental Health Camps
Tele-Psychiatry
Family Support & Guidance
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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...
07
Aug
A Journey from Trauma to Recovery
Khateeja*, a 46-year-old widow, came to Karwan-e-Hayat in deep psychological distress after experiencing severe trauma — the violent lo...
Your Zakat Transforms Lives Every Day.
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Package 1 |
PKR 5,000 |
Supports 1 patient for a week |
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Package 2 |
PKR 10,000 |
Covers therapy sessions for 1 patient |
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Package 3 |
PKR 25,000 |
Supports community outreach camp |
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Package 4 |
PKR 50,000 |
Full monthly care for a patient |
You Too Can Improve Lives
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.
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Events
24
Apr
April 24, 2025 – Dr. Azra Fazal Pechuho Visits Karwan-e-Hayat to Inaugurate SCIMITAR Programme
On Thursday, 24th April 2025, Karwan-e-Hayat had the honour of hosting Dr. Azra Fazal Pechuho, Honourable Minister for Health & Pop...
07
Apr
April 7, 2025 – Karwan-e-Hayat Participates in World Health Day 2025 panel
Karwan-e-Hayat proudly took part in World Health Day 2025, hosted by SINA Health Education & Welfare Trust, where this year’s theme...
27
Mar
March 27, 2025 – Karwan-e-Hayat featured on Baran-e-Rehmat on Aaj News
Featured on Aaj News, Mrs. Rehana Alam (Advisor to Karwan-e-Hayat) and Dr. Uroosa Talib, Consultant Psychiatrist, Karwan-e-Hayat shared...
21
Mar
March 21, 2025 – Karwan-e-Hayat featured on Shan-e-Ramazan on ARY Digital
Featured on ARY Digital, Faisal Zahid, General Manager, Resource Development and Communications, at Karwan-e-Hayat and Dr. Uroosa Talib...
20
Mar
March 20, 2025 – Karwan-e-Hayat featured on Ramazan Ka Samaa on Samaa News
Featured on SAMAA News – Ramzaan Ka Samaa, Mohammad Salim Chairman Karwan-e-Hayat shared insights on the organization’s commitment to p...
19
Mar
March 19, 2025 – Karwan-e-Hayat featured on Chai, Toast aur Host on Dawn News
Featured on Dawn News, Dr.Ajmal Kazmi, Head of Rehabilitation at Karwan-e-Hayat and Muhammad Salim, Chairman Karwan-e-Hayat shared insi...
18
Mar
Karwan-e-Hayat featured on Ramazan Kareem on Metro 1 News
Featured on Metro One News – Ramadan e Kareem, Yasirah Gohar (In-charge of Rehabilitation Services) and Mrs. Rehana Alam (Advisor to Ka...
21
Feb
February 21, 2025 – Karwan-e-Hayat wins KHI AWARDS 2025 for “Uplifting Communities”
Karwan-e-Hayat hosted Mr. Mohsin Nathani, Mrs. Zoya Nathani, and their children at the Keamari facility for the plaque unveiling and gr...
02
Feb
February 1-2, 2025 – Annual Fundraiser – Sham-e-Khusro
Karwan-e-Hayat hosted Mr. Mohsin Nathani, Mrs. Zoya Nathani, and their children at the Keamari facility for the plaque unveiling and gr...
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...