NAMI Palm Beach County

Description

A non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals living with mental illness and their families. NAMI PBC provides free education, support, and advocacy for individuals affected by mental illness and their families, i.e., Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, and co-occurring illnesses. NAMI PBC offers a lecture series which is open to all community members, as well as a resource line and ongoing support groups, educational programs, school and community presentations, and social/recreational activities for adults living with mental health conditions.

Hours

Monday-Friday / 9 am-5 pm

Required Documents

Call for more information.

Eligibility

Individuals living with mental illnesses, their families, friends and providers.

Fees

All services are free of charge. Membership Regular $40, Open Door Financial Hardship $5.

Intake Procedure

Call 561-588-3477 or email info@namipbc.org for information.

Languages

English.

Service Area

Palm Beach County

Geography Served

Telephone Numbers

Description

NAMI Family-to-Family is a free, 8-session educational program for family, significant others and friends of people living with mental illness. It is a designated evidenced-based program. Research shows that the program significantly improves the coping and problem-solving abilities of the people closest to an individual living with a mental health condition. NAMI Family-to-Family is taught by NAMI-trained family members who have been there, and includes presentations, discussion and interactive exercises. NAMI Peer-to-Peer is a free, 8-session educational program for adults with mental illness who are looking to better understand their condition and journey toward recovery. Taught by a trained team of people who've been there, the program includes presentations, discussion and interactive exercises. Everything is confidential, and NAMI never recommends a specific medical therapy or treatment approach.

Hours

Contact agency for hours.

Required Documents

Call for more information.

Eligibility

NAMI Family-to-Family: Must be an adult (ages18+) family member, partner, or close friend of an individual living with a mental illness. NAMI Peer-to-Peer: Must be an adult (ages18+) living with a mental illness.

Fees

No fees charged.

Intake Procedure

Call 561-588-3477 or email info@namipbc.org for information.

Languages

English.

Service Area

Palm Beach County

Geography Served

Telephone Numbers

Special Notes/Funding

NAMI PBC offers both virtual and in-person support groups. Go to: https://namipbc.org/support-and-education/support-groups/ to learn more about what we offer, meeting schedules and registration information.

Description

NAMI Family Support Group: a support group for family members, caregivers, and loved ones of individuals living with mental illness. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar circumstances. NAMI Connection: a free, peer-led support group for adults living with mental illness. Will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by NAMI-trained facilitators who've been there. For ages 18+. NAMI PBC Young Adults Group: A peer-led support group for individuals ages 18-35.

Hours

Call 561-588-3477 or email info@namipbc.org or visit https://namipbc.org/support-and-education/support-groups/

Required Documents

Call for more information.

Eligibility

NAMI Family Support group: Must be an adult (18+) family members, caregivers, or loved one of an individuals living with mental illness. NAMI Connection Peer Recovery Support Group: Must be an adult (18+) living with a mental illness. NAMI PBC Young Adults Support Group: Must be a young adult (18-35 years old) living with a mental illness.

Fees

No fees charged.

Intake Procedure

Call or go to website: https://namipbc.org/events/category/peer-support-groups/ to register for online groups.

Languages

English.

Service Area

Palm Beach County

Geography Served

Telephone Numbers

Special Notes/Funding

NAMI Adult Mentoring Program

Description

Provides Peer Mentors to help individuals living with mental illness connect to community resources. One-on-one mentoring in the community or home setting.

Hours

Call for hours.

Required Documents

Identification form (must be a Palm Beach County resident); intake paperwork.

Eligibility

Call 561-588-3477 or email info@namipbc.org for information.

Fees

No fees charged.

Intake Procedure

Call 561-588-3477 or email info@namipbc.org for information.

Languages

English.

Service Area

Palm Beach County

Geography Served

Telephone Numbers