NAMI Metro Baltimore’s Signature education classes provide invaluable information and support for people living with mental health conditions and their family members.
NAMI Peer-to-Peer is an 8-week course for individuals with mental health conditions. NAMI Family-to-Family is an 8-week course for family members and loved ones of an adult living with a mental health condition. NAMI Basics is a 6-week course for parents and caregivers of children and adolescents experiencing a behavioral health condition.
NAMI Peer-to-Peer
NAMI Peer-to-Peer is a free, 8-session education program for adults who are looking to better understand their mental health condition and journey toward recovery. Taught by a trained team of people who’ve been there, the program includes presentations, discussion and interactive exercises.
What You’ll Gain
NAMI Peer-to-Peer will help you:
- Create a personalized relapse prevention plan
- Learn how to interact with health care providers
- Develop confidence for making decisions and reducing stress
- Understand the impact of symptoms on your life
- Access Baltimore-area resources to assist you in maintaining your journey toward recovery.
Register for a Class
NAMI Peer-to-Peer is offered in person at South West Partnership. Space is limited and advanced registration is required.
NAMI Peer-to-Peer
Dates: Mondays, September 12th – October 31st | 7pm – 9pm
To register, click here or contact our HelpLine at (410) 435-2600 or email info@namibaltimore.org
NAMI Family-to-Family
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 evidence-based program that includes presentations, discussion and interactive exercises. 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.
What You’ll Gain
NAMI Family-to-Family provides critical information and strategies for taking care of the person you love.
In the program, you’ll learn about:
- How to manage crises, solve problems and communicate effectively
- Taking care of yourself and managing your stress
- Developing the confidence and stamina to provide support with compassion
- Finding and using local supports and services
- Up-to-date information on mental health conditions and how they affect the brain
- Current treatments, including evidence-based therapies, medications and side effects
- The impact of mental illness on the entire family
Register for a Class
Dates: Wednesdays, September 7th – October 26th
To register, click here or contact our HelpLine at (410) 435-2600 or email info@namibaltimore.org.
NAMI Basics
NAMI Basics is a free, 6-session education program for parents and family caregivers of children and teens who are experiencing mental health issues. You’ll learn the facts about mental health conditions and how best to support your child at home, at school and when they’re getting medical care.
What You’ll Gain
The 6-session, peer-led program provides critical strategies for taking care of your child and learning the ropes of recovery.
NAMI Basics covers:
- Managing crises, solving problems and communicating effectively
- How to take care of yourself and handle stress
- Developing the confidence and stamina to support your child with compassion
- Advocating for your child’s rights at school and in health care settings
- Learning about current treatments, including evidence-based therapies, medications and side effects
- Gaining an overview of the public mental health care, school, and juvenile justice systems
- Understanding the challenges and impact of mental health conditions on your entire family
Register for a Class
NAMI Basics is offered virtually, on demand. Click the button below to access the course.