Tamil Nadu State Policy for Care of Homeless Persons with Mental Illness (HPWMI) and Implementation Framework 2024
The Tamil Nadu State has framed a comprehensive policy to cater to the needs of HPWMI. The Tamil Nadu State Policy for Care of Homeless Persons with Mental Illness (HPWMI) and Implementation Framework – 2024 was released in February 2025. The Framework and guidelines provide comprehensive services to HPWMI across Tamil Nadu. It reflects the Government of Tamil Nadu’s commitment to deliver quality services to this most vulnerable population.
Implementation Framework of the Policy:
The comprehensive approach of the policy aims to provide the HPWMI with a continuum of care and support, ensuring both immediate assistance and sustainable solutions for long term well-being and reintegration of these individuals with the society. The Policy framework delineates the services provided to HPWMI into following four stages:
1) Rescue and Acute Care 2) Intermediary Care 3) Long-term Care 4) Social Reintegration
