National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) - Mental Health
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| Group | Mental Health |
| Category | Mental Health |
| Name | National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) |
| Provider | NAMI Multnomah |
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Description
The National Alliance on Mental Illness has chapters across the country and throughout Oregon that provide a support network for those suffering from mental illness and their family members.
NAMI Connection is a weekly recovery support group for people living with mental illness where people can learn from each other’s experiences, share coping strategies, and offer encouragement and understanding.
NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for family members, caregivers, and loved ones of individuals living with mental illness. Participants gain insight from the challenges and successes of others who have faced similar circumstances. NAMI’s Support Groups follow a structured model, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to be heard and to get what they need.
- Free of cost to participants
- Designed for adult loved ones (18+) of individuals living with mental illness
- Led by family members of individuals living with mental illness
- Meets weekly or monthly
- No specific medical therapy or medication is endorsed or recommended
- Confidential
NAMI Peer-to-Peer is a free, 10-session educational program for adults with mental illness who are looking to better understand their condition and journey toward recovery. The program is taught by a trained team of people who have direct experience with mental illness. The program includes presentations, discussion, and interactive exercises. Everything is confidential. NAMI never recommends a specific medical therapy or treatment approach.
Facilities
National Alliance on Mental Illness Office
Contacts
Contact: Office Phone: (503) 230-8009