Weskoppies Psychiatric Hospital

16/04/2026

We are pleased to inform the community that Telkom restored both incoming and outgoing telephone services. We appreciate your patience during the outage.

15/04/2026

NOTICE TO THE COMMUNITY
Please note that incoming and outgoing telephone services are currently down.
The service provider is on site and restoration processes are underway. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused.
In the interim, kindly use the alternative contact numbers attached for enquiries and assistance.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.

30/03/2026

NOTICE TO THE COMMUNITY

Please note that incoming and outgoing telephone services remain unavailable since Wednesday, 25 March 2026.

The service provider has been notified and restoration processes are underway. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused.

In the interim, kindly use the alternative contact numbers attached for enquiries and assistance.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

27/03/2026

The brain is more than an organ — it’s the centre of who we are.
Explore the fascinating link between the brain, behaviour, and mental health through Neuropsychology, as shared by Elloise Ehlers. Understanding the mind is the first step to empowering it.

27/02/2026

The Role of Psychology
This episode highlights the vital contribution psychologists make in assessment, treatment planning, therapeutic interventions, and holistic patient care.

A must‑listen for anyone interested in mental health services and multidisciplinary teamwork. 🌿

13/02/2026

Weskoppies Hospital had the honour of welcoming the DENOSA Regional Chair, Mr. Baloyi, and the Provincial Chair, Mr. Banda, during their support visit on 12 February 2026. The leadership conducted a walkabout across key service areas, engaging with staff, listening to challenges, and acknowledging the continued dedication of our nursing professionals. Their presence reinforced the importance of collaboration, morale‑building, and strengthening the quality of care provided to our MHCU (Mental Health Care Users).

We appreciate the ongoing support and partnership from DENOSA as we continue working together to enhance service delivery and staff well‑being at Weskoppies Hospital.

19/01/2026

🌟 Celebrating Ms Mtetwa and Her Inspiring Contribution 🌟

Today we proudly acknowledge Ms Mtetwa, who introduced the impactful book “Mental Health within the Christian Community” — a collaborative work written by professionals from various fields, all united in strengthening conversations around mental wellness. 🙌

📘 This important publication is now available on Takealot, making it accessible to individuals, families, churches, and community leaders seeking guidance and support.

During her presentation, Ms Mtetwa graciously handed over a copy of the book to our CEO as a token of appreciation for his ongoing support and encouragement in promoting mental health initiatives within our institution. 💙

We celebrate this meaningful achievement and thank Ms Mtetwa for her dedication to empowering communities through knowledge and compassion.

19/01/2026

Introduction of Weskoppies Hospital Chaplains

It is with great pleasure that we introduce our Weskoppies Hospital Chaplains, Ms T. Baloyi and Ms S. Khumalo.

Both Ms Baloyi and Ms Khumalo will play a vital role in supporting the emotional, spiritual, and psychosocial wellbeing of our patients, families, and staff. Their presence strengthens our holistic approach to care, ensuring compassion, dignity, and comfort remain at the heart of our service.

We look forward to their continued collaboration as they enhance the overall patient experience and contribute to a caring and supportive hospital environment.

05/01/2026

17/12/2025

“Celebrating Excellence at Weskoppies Hospital! 🌟

We proudly honor our dedicated staff for their unwavering commitment, hard work, and diligence in delivering exceptional care every day.”

04/12/2025

Chief Director’s Column - Mr Modise Makhudu'