Classes
Overview
A six-week class that meets once a week for two hours. It is designed for family members and primary caregivers of children and adolescents living with mental health conditions or who have symptoms without a diagnosis.
Teachers are volunteer family members who have children who developed symptoms of mental illness when younger.
Goals
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To develop confidence to support their child with compassion.
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To learn about different types of mental health care professionals, available treatment options, and therapies.
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To prepare for crisis situations and understand how to navigate the public mental health care, school, and juvenile justice systems.
Includes
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Basic elements of coping with mental health conditions
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Brain biology and getting a diagnosis
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Communication skills and crisis preparation
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Treatment and connecting with others by sharing your story
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Navigating the mental health and education systems
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Self-care and advocacy
Overview
This eight-week mental health and wellness class is for adults with mental illness who want to better understand themselves and their recovery. The class meets once a week for two hours.
It is taught by volunteer leaders with lived experience who are in recovery. Leaders share information, facilitate activities and discussions, and teach participants new skills that lead to self-awareness and personal growth.
Participants learn how to strengthen relationships, balance changing health care needs, and better understand their mental health. The class will offer a safe, confidential space and provide an opportunity for mutual support and growth. You will find compassion and understanding from people who relate to your experiences.
Goals
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To develop confidence for making decisions
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To practice relaxation and stress reduction tools
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To strengthen relationships
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To enhance communication skills
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Setting visions and goals for the future
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Partnering with healthcare providers
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Understanding mental health treatment options
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Sharing stories with one another
Overview
A free eight-week course that meets once a week for family members, partners, and significant others who have adult relatives with mental illness. Two volunteer family members, who have adult relatives with a mental health condition, teach the class.
The class is designed to increase understanding while helping you to maintain your own well-being.
Goals
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To solve problems and communicate effectively
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To take care of themselves and manage stress
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To support their loved one with compassion
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To find and use local support and services
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To learn to handle a crisis
Includes
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Up-to-date information on mental health conditions and their effect on the brain
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Current treatments and therapies
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The impact of mental health conditions on everyone and the family as a whole