NAMI Family-to-Family

NAMI Family-to-Family Class

NAMI Family-to-Family is a free, 8-session class for families, caregivers and friends of people living with mental health conditions or co-occurring substance use disorder.

Taught by NAMI-trained volunteers who are family members with lived experience, this class includes information about research related to the biology of brain disorders; empathy, listening and communication techniques; strategies for handling crises; care for the caregiver; and support and services available in our community.

We ask that you commit to attending all 8 sessions to receive the full benefit of the class.

NAMI Family-to-Family
Our next in-person Family-to-Family class will be held:

Every Tuesday from Feb. 10 – March 31
6:00 – 8:30 pm

Barco-Newton Family YMCA
2075 Town Center Blvd
Fleming Island, FL 32003

See our flyer for more details

The class is free! Registration is required.
register for the program now!

What You'll Gain

NAMI Family-to-Family gives you information about:

  • Mental health conditions and how they affect the brain.
  • Current treatments and therapies.
  • The impact mental health conditions can have on the whole family.

You'll learn how to:

  • Solve problems and communicate effectively.
  • Take care of yourself and manage stress.
  • Support your loved one with compassion.
  • Find and use local supports and services.
  • Handle a crisis.

What People Are Saying

"The course gave me hope that it will be okay, that I am not alone and reduced a lot of shame, guilt and hopelessness."

"I wish I'd known about this seven years ago when the problem began. I felt safe in this class. I was able to talk about things I haven't been comfortable expressing elsewhere."

"Before I took the course, I felt alone and overwhelmed dealing with my daughter’s mental illness. By taking this course, I have met others who are going through the same things I am and have learned about many resources that I never knew existed."

"I thought my wife and I knew just about everything there is to know about the system and the illness. Boy, were we wrong. Without a doubt, this is the best support course I have had the privilege of taking part in, bar none."

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In crisis? Call or text 988.   For non-emergency guidance, contact the NAMI Jacksonville Helpline: 904-323-4723 or email Helpline@namijax.org

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