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NAMI PA announces the following programs - For an in-depth description of the different programs offered by NAMI, please visit our Programs page. Find help. Find hope. NAMI PEER-TO-PEER RECOVERY EDUCATION PROGRAM <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> What is NAMI Peer-to- Peer? A free, 10 week course for adults living with mental illness that is expanding in 29 states throughout the country. Peer‐to‐Peer provides an educational setting focused on recovery that offers respect, understanding, encouragement, and hope. Peer-to-Peer classes meet once a week for 2 hours, offering a wealth of information on mental health and recovery.
Peer-to-Peer classes are free and confidential
Peer-to-Peer is open to any adult living with a mental illness
Peer-to-Peer classes are taught by trained Peer Mentors living in recovery themselves
What are some of the course topics? Relapse prevention, brain biology and research, mental illness symptoms, stigma and recovery, cultural perceptions of mental health, mindfulness, spirituality, substance abuse and addiction, physical health, suicide and prevention, working with providers, advance directive for mental health care, empowerment and advocacy, and personal stories
What people are saying about the Peer to Peer course? ”This course has literally been a life saver. It has opened my eyes to better understanding my illness and methods of recovery I did not know about before taking the course.” “Since taking the course I have gained employment and committed to my recovery.” “Peer-to-Peer gave me a better understanding of the mental illness I have and how to manage it.” <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> Where: STAR Center located at 253 Penrose Place, Carlisle, PA 17013 (near DQ) When: Wednesday April 4, 2012 – Wednesday, June 6, 2012 Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Cost: Free but this course offering is limited to Cumberland or Perry County residents How to register: Pre-registration is required and can be done by calling Thom at 717.697.2602; emailing findhope@namipacp.org; or mail your contact information to:NAMI PA Cumberland & Perry, P.O. Box 527, Carlisle, PA 17013
This course is offered by NAMI PA Cumberland & Perry Counties. www.namipacp.orgFunding is provided by the Cumberland & Perry Counties’ Mental Health Program. www.ccpa.netAttendance at all class sessions is necessary. www.nami.org www.namipacp.org Feb 2012
Support Group Facilitator Training This training is designed for facilitators to learn and practice specific skills that will help to guarantee a meaningful support group experience. During the weekend we will focus on specific techniques for shaping, invigorating and improving the group experience in support group meetings.
For more information contact, Ellen Kitz, 800-223-0500 or ekitz@nami-pa.org
Cumberland/Perry County Choices in Recovery Education Program Plan to be with us on Thursday, May 3, 2012 and for a special event and light dinner in celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month 2012 for a talk on "Achieving Wellness and Recovery" with Richard G. Petty, M.D. http://richardpettymd.com/
The time is from 6:15 pm to 8:30 pm at Fredricksen Library which is located at 100 N. 19th Street, Camp Hill, PA 17011. The Fredricksen Library is not sponsoring or endorsing this program or any goods or services offered.
This event is free and open to the public but pre-registration is needed and can be done by emailing findhope@namipacp.org or calling Theresa at 717-423-6907.
York County
Family-to-Family is a FREE 12-week course for family and friends of persons living with mental illness. The classes are designed to support and educate families.
It is taught by 2 trained NAMI family members who have also lived through similar experiences of dealing with a loved one living with mental illness.
Some of the topics covered are: types and symptoms of mental illnesses, medications, coping and communication skills, empathy, problem solving and recovery.
WHEN: Thursdays March 1 – May 17, 2012 TIME: 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm WHERE: Bethlehem United Methodist Church 109 East Main St., Dallastown
Pre-Registration is Required by Feb. 16th To register or for more information Call 717-848-3784
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