Family and Friends (In-Person) - Cancelled

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Adult Program

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Adults
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Information for family and friends on supporting a loved one with a mental health condition.  It is an opportunity to connect with other people in similar situations and gain community support. Topics discussed include understanding the diagnosis, treatment and recovery; learning effective communication strategies; recognizing the importance of self-care; preparing strategies for dealing with a crisis, and tapping into the available community resources.  Presented by the National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI).

*This event is part of a series of workshops entitled "Quiet Minds and Hopeful Voices: Erasing the Stigma of Mental Illness" which is dedicated to raising awareness about mental illness and erasing the stigma associated with this heartbreaking diagnosis for individuals and families.