An evidence-based, eight-session, weekly course for family members and friends of individuals living with mental health conditions. Topics include understanding the symptoms of mental illness, learning about treatments and therapies, practicing communication and problem-solving skills, creating a positive team approach, and self-care. The class is taught by NAMI trained family members. There is no cost to participants. Currently, many courses are meeting remotely via video conference but a few are meeting in person. Registration is required.

Current NAMI Family to Family classes sponsored by our affiliate 

• We hope to have some local classes in the fall.

Additional NAMI Family to Family Classes

• The NAMI Massachusetts website lists Family-to-Family course options offered by affiliates across the state, namimass.org/nami-family-to-family/. Individuals are encouraged to register for a course based in their area.

A six-session weekly course designed for parents and caregivers of children and adolescents showing signs of behavioral and emotional challenges. Highlights include discussing symptoms & behavior, learning about treatments & resources, managing crisis, developing communication & problem solving skills, working with schools, understanding the family dynamic, and self-care. The class is taught by NAMI trained family members who have children with similar concerns. Registration is required.

Current NAMI Basics classes sponsored by our affiliate

• We hope to have some local classes in the fall.

Additional NAMI Basics Classes

• The NAMI Massachusetts website will list options for additional Basics classes as they are scheduled, namimass.org/nami-basics/.

• Basics Course Waitlist
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NAMI Chai & Chat

Chai & Chat fosters open conversations about mental health and wellness in South Asian communities, addressing cultural barriers and stigma. It is an opportunity to hold listening circles for, by and about South Asians and provide the opportunity to validate and explore participants’ mental wellness journeys and discover avenues of support.

Designed for individuals of Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Pakistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives ancestry, this three-part series covers acculturation stress, generational trauma, community pressures, and mental health navigation through culturally grounded discussions. Learn about ways to support well-being in yourself and others.  

Current NAMI Chai & Chat programs

• Online via Zoom THIS COURSE IS FULL. PLEASE SIGN UP ON THE WAIT LIST.
  Thursdays, July 10, 17, 24, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

Additional Chai & Chat Programs

• Chai & Chat Waitlist
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TraumaInSight

NAMI National is offering an online training created with youth-serving professionals in mind that covers the principles of trauma awareness. TraumaInSight helps participants learn how to identify youth dealing with trauma and take supportive action to help. The course can be completed in three hours, and is offered free of charge. Learn more about this opportunity here: namicentralmiddlesex.org/newsletter/nov2024/traumainsight.