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.
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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.
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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
Includes
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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