NAMI Palm Beach County

Address

5205 Greenwood Avenue, Suite 110
West Palm Beach, FL 33407

(561) 588-3477

http://www.namipbc.org

AKA:

NAMI/PBC

Description:

Provides education, support, and advocacy for individuals living with mental illness and their families.

Hours:

Monday-Friday / 9 am-5pm

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

March 10, 2023

Address Listings

Mailing

5205 Greenwood Avenue, Suite 110
West Palm Beach, FL 33407

Physical (Primary)

5205 Greenwood Avenue, Suite 110
West Palm Beach, FL 33407

Contacts

Katherine Murphy

Primary Contact

Executive Director

katherinemurphy@namipbc.org

Jan Underwood

Family Support Specialist

janunderwood@namipbc.org

Phone Numbers

MAIN SITE PHONE

(561) 588-3477

Fax

(561) 588-3499

Hotline

(800) 950-6264

Mentoring Program Phone

(561) 323-2770

National Headquarters Phone

(888) 999-6264

Description

A non-profit, volunteer-run organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals living with mental illness and their families. NAMI provides free education, support, and advocacy for individuals affected by mental illness, i.e., Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, and co-occurring illnesses. In addition to General Meetings and ongoing Support Groups, we offer the following NAMI Signature Programs: NAMI Family-to-Family, NAMI Peer-to-Peer, NAMI Connection, , Young Adults Support Group, NAMI Provider Education, NAMI Ending the Silence, and NAMI PBC Peer Council.

Hours

Monday-Friday / 9 am-5 pm

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

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  • Florida
    • Palm Beach County

    Telephone Numbers

    Number:
    561-588-3499
    Type:
    Fax
    Name:
    Fax
    Number:
    561-588-3477
    Type:
    Service Phone
    Name:
    MAIN SITE PHONE
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    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.

    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

      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

    • Florida
      • Palm Beach County

      Telephone Numbers

      Number:
      561-588-3477
      Type:
      Service Phone
      Name:
      MAIN SITE PHONE
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      Special Notes/Funding

      NAMI PBC offers some virtual and some 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. During the COVID-19 crisis NAMI PBC may not be able to meet face to face, but would still like to maintain contact. If would like to receive a phone call from staff visit: https://namipbc.org/check-in-calls and fill out online form for check-in calls.

      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/virtual-groups-during-covid-19/ for group schedules.

      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

      Complete webform: https://namipbc.org/virtual-groups-during-covid-19/

      Languages

      English.

      Service Area

      Palm Beach County

      Geography Served

        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

      • Florida
        • Palm Beach County

        Telephone Numbers

        Number:
        561-588-3499
        Type:
        Fax
        Name:
        Fax
        Number:
        561-588-3477
        Type:
        Service Phone
        Name:
        MAIN SITE PHONE
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        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; 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

          If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

        • Florida
          • Palm Beach County

          Telephone Numbers

          Number:
          561-588-3477
          Name:
          MAIN SITE PHONE
          Number:
          561-323-2770
          Type:
          Service Phone
          Name:
          Mentoring Program Phone
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