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Our
Programs Include:
Family
to Family Program:
A free, 12-week comprehensive course for
families of persons diagnosed with a serious mental illness. Program provides
family members with an opportunity to participate in a structured,
problem-solving environment providing emotional support and practical help for
one another.
Peer to Peer Education Program
A free 10- week recovery course for people with mental
illness
NAMI
Basics New Education Program for
parents and other caregivers of children and adolescents living with mental
illness
"In Our Own Voice
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Living With Mental
Illness"
Two trained In Our Own Voice speakers share compelling and personal
testimonies of the living with and overcoming the challenges posed by mental
illness. Audience participation and discussion are encouraged, and a brief
video with a variety of stories accompanies the presentation. By broadening
people’s knowledge of mental illness, we replace misunderstanding, fear, and
judgment with insight, awareness, and acceptance.
Each
presentation:
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Lasts from 60 to 90 minutes
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Is offered free of charge
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Is delivered to a variety of audiences
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Follows a structured format covering issues frequently faced by those
dealing with mental illness
Presentations can be arranged through the local chapter at (520) 459-3228 or
1-800-380-2322. |