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Family-to-Family
What is NAMIā™S Family-to-Family Program?
The NAMI Family-to-Family Educational Program is a free, 12-week course
for family caregivers of individuals with severe mental illnesses.
The course is taught by trained family members
All instruction and course materials are free to class participants
Over 115,000 family members have graduated from this national program
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..Current information about schizophrenia, major depression, bipolar disorder
(manic depression), panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, border-
line personality disorder, and co-occurring brain disorders and addictive
disease disorders.
Up-to-date information about medications, side effects, and strategies for
medication adherence
Current research related to the biology of brain disorders and the evidence
based, most effective treatments to promote recovery
Gaining empathy by understandingt the subjective, lived experience of a
person with mental illness
Learning in special workshops for problem solving, listening and
communication techniques
Acquiring strategies for handling crises and relapse
Focusing on care for the caregiver; coping with worry, stress, and
emotional overload
Guidance on locating appropriate supports and services within the community
Information on advocacy initiatives designed to improve and expand services
Contact Jean Dervan at the Georgia State office, 770-234-0855, to learn of the
next scheduled class.
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