Family-to-Family

The NAMI Family-to-Family Education Program is a free, 12-week course for family caregivers of individuals with severe mental illnesses.

• The course is taught by trained family members
• All instruction and course materials are free to class participants
• Over 115,000 family members have graduated from this national program

In addition, this class has been translated into Spanish.

Course Topics Include:

• Current information about schizophrenia, major depression, bipolardisorder (manic depression), panic disorder, obsessive-compulsivedisorder, borderline personality disorder, and co-occurring braindisorders and addictive disorders
• Up-to-date information about medications, side effects, and strategies for medication adherence
• Current research related to the biology of brain disorders and the evidence-based, most effective treatments to promote recovery
• Gaining empathy by understanding the subjective, lived experience of a person with mental illness
• Learning in special workshops for problem solving, listening, and communication techniques
• Acquiring strategies for handling crises and relapse
• Focusing on care for the caregiver: coping with worry, stress, and emotional overload
• Guidance on locating appropriate supports and services within the community
• Information on advocacy initiatives designed to improve and expand services

"What I have learned in 12 weeks far exceeds what I have learned in the past 20 years dealing one-on-one. I am sorry it took so long to find."--Mother of a son with bipolar disorder

Check out the research that is happening with Family-to-Family:  Pilot study results

For class times and locations, call NAMI Utah (801) 323-9900 or toll free 1-877-230-6264.