Parents & Caregiver Class: Children with emotional or mental health concern

1067 Oakland Avenue,Rock Hill SC 29732

07 June, 2022

Description

NAMI Basics is a 6-session education program for parents, caregivers and other family who provide care for youth (ages 22 and younger) who are experiencing mental health symptoms. This program is free to participants, 99% of whom say they would recommend the program to others. NOW BEGINS ON MAY 17 Attending all 6 sessions is required. The in-person course is taught by a trained team with lived experience raising a child with a mental health condition. They know what you’re going through because they've been there too. What You’ll Gain By participating in NAMI Basics, you’ll realize that you are not alone. You’ll find support and shared understanding—compassion, reinforcement and empathy from people who truly get your situation. And don’t forget: Your experiences may also help others in the course. Together, you will all learn that recovery is a journey, and there is hope. NAMI Basics Covers: The impact mental health conditions can have on your entire family Different types of mental health care professionals, available treatment options and therapies An overview of the public mental health care, school and juvenile justice systems and resources to help you navigate these systems How to advocate for your child's rights at school and in health care settings How to prepare for and respond to crisis situations (self-harm, suicide attempts, etc.) The importance of taking care of yourself Much, much more What People Are Saying "This is such a great step-by-step program that walks parents through every step. It’s as if they’re holding your hand through it all." "This class was unexpectedly wonderful! I did not expect to learn so very, very much! This program is well-written with excellent segues between topics. It covers so much more than BASICS—the title doesn't do it justice." "I find it truly remarkable that this is free to those who are interested." Sign Up For Our New Class STARTS ON MAY 17th.