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Muscat Daily
2 days ago
- Health
- Muscat Daily
RO3.4mn drug rehab centre opens in Amerat
Muscat – Ministry of Health (MoH) inaugurated Muscat Rehabilitation Centre in Amerat, a specialised facility for addiction recovery built at cost of RO3.4mn, on Monday. It was funded in two phases, the first supported by Petroleum Development Oman with RO2.5mn, and the second by Al Jisr Foundation with RO900,000. MoH outfitted the centre with medical equipment, devices and furnishings. Opened under the patronage of Sayyid Saud bin Hilal al Busaidi, Governor of Muscat, in the presence of H E Dr Hilal Ali al Sabti, Minister of Health, the centre is part of Oman's broader healthcare development strategy and Vision 2040 goals. Dr Yousef al Farsi, Director General of Health in the governorate, said the centre offers a structured treatment approach, starting with detoxification, followed by short-term psychological rehabilitation and long-term care to reintegrate individuals into society. 'This approach seeks to provide real opportunities for a return to a normal and healthy life, thereby directly contributing to enhancing community safety and the psychological stability of society members,' he said. The centre includes five inpatient wards with total capacity of 130 beds – 96 for males and 34 for females – including detoxification and short-term rehabilitation units. It also has a separate ward with ten beds for those referred for compulsory treatment and a long-term rehabilitation unit with 40 beds. Jumana al Zadjali of Al Jisr Foundation described the facility as a joint public-private-civil society effort, offering multidisciplinary services such as medical care, psychotherapy, physiotherapy and vocational training. The centre includes outpatient clinics, labs, a pharmacy and recreational spaces.
Times of Oman
2 days ago
- Health
- Times of Oman
Muscat Taafi Centre for rehabilitation services opens
Muscat: Muscat Taafi Centre, the main specialised facility in Oman to provide treatment and rehabilitation services for individuals recovering from addiction, was officially opened today in the Wilayat of Al Amerat. The inauguration took place under the auspices of Sayyid Saud Hilal Al Busaidi, Governor of Muscat. The project is part of Petroleum Development Oman's (PDO) social investment initiatives, implemented in partnership with Al Jisr Foundation and the Ministry of Health, and aligned with national efforts to strengthen mental health and infrastructure. The Centre delivers integrated care across three core stages: detoxification, rehabilitation and aftercare. The initiative is considered one of PDO's most significant community health contributions. PDO not only provided financial support amounting to RO 2.5 million, but also oversaw the project through its Project Management Consultancy team to ensure its delivery to the highest standards, on time and within the approved budget. With a total capacity of 130 beds, the facility includes 96 beds for men and 34 for women. It houses a detoxification unit, outpatient clinic, forensic medicine department, pharmacy, and administrative offices. The Centre also features a multipurpose hall, vocational training and craft workshops, and recreational facilities of physiotherapy programme such as a swimming pool and a fitness centre. In his speech, Dr. Yousef Al Farsi, Director General of Muscat Health, stated that the center represents a significant, advanced step towards enhancing the mental and social healthcare system in Oman. It focuses on providing an integrated package of specialized treatment and rehabilitation services for addiction recovery. The center offers a safe therapeutic environment and comprehensive programs based on a rigorous scientific approach aimed at building the individual's capacity for positive change. Al Farsi explained that the center's programs utilize the latest global methods and technologies in addiction recovery through a graduated treatment plan. This begins with a medically supervised detoxification phase, followed by a short-term rehabilitation phase focused on psychological support and strengthening self-stability. Finally, there is a long-term rehabilitation phase aimed at rebuilding a healthy and stable lifestyle, enabling individuals to integrate positively and effectively into the fabric of society. 'This approach seeks to provide real opportunities for a return to a normal, healthy life, thereby directly contributing to enhancing community safety and the psychological stability of society's members,' he concluded. Eng. Mohammed Ali Al Aghbari, PDO's External Affairs, Government Relations and Communications Manager stated, 'The launch of the Muscat Rehabilitation Centre represents an important step in advancing mental and behavioural healthcare services in Oman. We are proud of our partnership with the Ministry of Health and Al Jisr Foundation to deliver such an iconic project that supports the community while fulfilling our national responsibility and corporate values. PDO has worked to ensure the Centre meets national expectations and delivers meaningful social impact, in line with the goals of Oman Vision 2040.' The Centre is expected to promote collaboration among government, private and community sectors, and to improve access to specialized mental health and addiction rehabilitation services across Oman.
Times of Oman
04-06-2025
- General
- Times of Oman
Agreement signed on health-promoting schools initiative
Musca t: - The Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Health, and Al Jisr Foundation for Charitable Works today signed a cooperation agreement to support the "Health-Promoting Schools" initiative. The initiative aims to provide a safe and health-enhancing educational environment that enables students to improve their academic performance, acquire essential life skills, and integrate into society. The agreement was signed by Dr. Abdullah bin Khamis Ambusaidi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Education for Education; Sulaiman bin Nasser Al Hiji, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Health for Administrative and Financial Affairs; and Dina Al Khalili, Director General of Al Jisr Foundation for Charitable Works. Dr. Abdullah bin Khamis Ambusaidi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Education for Education, stated that this five-year initiative holds significant importance in enhancing students' health environment, serving as a key tool that positively impacts their academic achievement. He added that the total number of schools participating in the initiative since its launch has reached 566 across various educational directorates in the governorates. These schools implement the initiative's programs in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Al Jisr Foundation for Charitable Works. For his part, Sulaiman bin Nasser Al Hiji, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Health for Administrative and Financial Affairs, emphasized that this initiative stems from a strategic partnership to serve the public good, particularly by promoting health in school environments. This will be achieved through improving students' learning conditions, enhancing their academic performance, preventing diseases, reducing absenteeism, supporting their mental well-being, and instilling lasting healthy habits—enabling them to focus, engage, and learn more effectively. Dina Al Khalili, Director General of Al Jisr Foundation for Charitable Works, stated that this strategic partnership reflects the convergence of health and education efforts, realizing a shared vision to provide a healthy school environment that enhances students' academic success and develops their essential life skills. She reaffirmed the foundation's commitment to creating a sustainable impact for students and society. Al Jisr Foundation will fund sustainable projects for three schools that have achieved the highest gold-level rating in the "Health-Promoting Schools" initiative over five years. Additionally, the foundation will oversee the initiative's implementation and collaborate with specialized teams from the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Health to develop a visual identity and an operational guide for the initiative. Efforts are also underway to prepare an electronic platform, which will be launched at a later stage.
Zawya
21-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Oman: $519,480 pact inked to support social security families
Muscat – Ministry of Social Development and Al Jisr Foundation signed a RO200,000 financing agreement on Sunday to support the Istiqrar (Stability) programme aimed at assisting families registered under the Social Protection Fund. The agreement was signed by H E Dr Laila bint Ahmed al Najjar, Minister of Social Development, and Dina Fawzi al Khalili, Director General of Al Jisr Foundation. The partnership seeks to strengthen collaboration between the public and charitable sectors in supporting eligible social security families, and to lay out a clear mechanism for implementing the Istiqrar programme in line with criteria and standards outlined in the agreement. © Apex Press and Publishing Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
