Mentoring

NAMI mentors are people whose lived experience of mental illness makes them uniquely qualified to help you. They have been affected by mental illness as family members, individuals living with mental health conditions, or both. They can empathize with you because they’ve been there, too. They provide information about mental health conditions and about resources in the community. Mentors are available Monday through Friday from 9 am to 4:15 pm. Please call our office at 801-323-9900. 

How NAMI Utah Mentors Can Help

Our goal is to listen to you and help you find the information and/or resources you need. We make every effort to ensure the information we provide is accurate and suitable for your situation so that you do not experience the frustration of making unnecessary phone calls.

NAMI mentors:

  • Refer to resources in the community including NAMI classes and support groups
  • Provide information and education about mental illness and its impact upon individuals and families
  • Provide examples of communication skills that can be utilized with loved ones
  • Educate families and individuals about mental health crises and actions to keep loved ones/oneself safe, including crisis line information
  • Assist in problem solving and strategizing
  • Encourage self-advocacy and advocacy for loved ones

Mentors are available Monday through Friday from 9 am to 4:15 pm. Please call our office at 801-323-9900. 

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