Family-to-Family
The NAMI Family-to-Family Education Program is designed for family caregivers
of persons with mental
illness.
The course is taught by trained family members. All course materials are
furnished at no cost to you. You will attend with other family members just like
you in a confidential setting.
- Learn how families unite together against this disability.
- Learn what your relative is actually experiencing.
- Learn about the biology of the disorders and about current research.
The course focuses on:
- schizophrenia
- bipolar disorder (manic depression)
- clinical depression
- panic disorder
- obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- borderline personality disorder
The course discusses the treatment of these illnesses, and teaches the
knowledge and skills that family members need in order to cope more effectively.
For more information call the NAMI office 215-886-0350 or follow this link to
contact us.
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