When a diagnosis of a mental health issue is received by a person, it not only affects the individual but family members, caregivers and friends as well. Family members want to provide support but do not always know how. Family members also feel the shame and stigma associated with mental health issues.
At Mental Health Connections, family initiatives are in place to assist families to understand that their situation is not unique and they do not have to suffer in silence.
Through education and support, family members can learn how to understand the issues they are coping with and deal with their own feelings and emotions so they can provide effective support to their family member with mental health issues. Stigma regarding mental health is also something that families have to cope with.
The following family programs are offered:
- One on One Sessions
- Monthly Support meetings
- 8 Week NAMI Family Education Program
MHC has been inducted into the NAMI Family-to-Family Hall of Fame.
