Frequently Asked Question

Answers to the questions we hear most often about care at Elpida.

Frequent Questions

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We offer mental health rehabilitation, drug rehabilitation, community rehabilitation, occupational therapy, sheltered employment, social services, psychotherapy, music therapy and speech therapy, alongside specialized programs for older persons, lifestyle medicine and more.

Elpida is located at No. 12 Mini Avenue, beside Emsoch Emirates Hotel, Off Odaraware Road, off NTA Road Port Harcourt, Rivers State Nigeria, and it serves clients from across the region and beyond.

Yes. We provide safe, supervised residential care for clients who require close monitoring, and we also offer non-residential (out-patient) options depending on the client’s condition and care plan.

Our multidisciplinary team includes neuropsychiatrists, family physicians, ophthalmologists, internal medicine physicians, mental health nurses, occupational therapists, clinical psychologists, physiotherapists, professional health assistants and crisis intervention personnel.

Yes. Our Day Care/Respite Care program is designed specifically for elderly clients who need supervision and companionship during the day, while allowing families to attend to work and personal responsibilities.

Every client undergoes an initial assessment by our clinical team, and a personalized treatment plan is then developed based on their medical history, condition and personal recovery goals.

Absolutely. Confidentiality is one of our core values, and all client information is treated with the highest level of privacy and discretion.

Yes. Our Social Services and Community Rehabilitation programs actively involve families through counseling, education and reintegration support to strengthen the client’s recovery journey.

Yes. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is designed to help organizations support employees dealing with personal or work-related challenges that affect their health and performance.

Yes. Through our Lifestyle Medicine and Dietary/Nutrition Management programs, we support clients managing chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease and obesity.

You can reach out to us through our contact page, phone line to schedule an initial consultation with our clinical team. You can also book online instantly by clicking the “Book Appointment” button on our website.

We recommend booking an appointment so our clinical team can properly prepare for your visit, but you are welcome to contact us directly if you need urgent guidance.

Yes. While our facility is based in Port Harcourt, we welcome clients from across Rivers State, other parts of Nigeria and beyond, including families coordinating care remotely.

Please bring any relevant medical history, previous diagnoses or medication records. During the consultation, our clinical team will assess the client’s condition and discuss a suitable, personalized care plan.

Yes. Our team includes crisis intervention personnel trained to respond to urgent mental health or medical situations. If you are facing an emergency, please contact us directly rather than waiting to book online.