SUPPORT . ADVOCACY . EDUCATION . RESEARCH .

     Families helping Families

families working together for change

new support group for families

Taunton: 2nd Tuesday of the month

Place: CCBC , 19 Cedar Street, Taunton ,MA

Time: 6:30PM to 7:30PM

This support group is for family members, parents, spouses, siblings, caregivers and friends of people who have mental illness.

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NAMI Family to Family Education Program

This program is a 12 week course for families of individuals with severe brain disorder (mental illness ) The course is taught by trained family members. All course materials are furnished to you at no cost. This free course will provide knowledge , understanding , guidance, and  support a must for families dealing with serious mental illnesses. 

The curriculum focuses on schizophrenia, bipolar disorder (manic depression ) clinical depression, panic disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) .

The course discusses clinical treatment of these illnesses and teaches the knowledge and skills that family  members needs to cope more effectively.

The Family to Family classes will be held in this area soon . The classes are limited to 20 people so participants will be taken on a first come first serve basis. For more information please call Brenda 508-678-2584 .

Class size is limited so call now !

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EDUCATIONAL MEETINGS:

Monday Educational meeting at Corrigan Mental Health Center 

 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

49 Hillside Street

Fall River, MA

one block south of Charlton Hosp

Guest speaker for Monday  April 5, 2010

Linda Barlow , Esq Assistant General Counsel for Department of Mental Health , a legal overview of Guardianships , Medications and Commitments.

All meetings are free and open to the public.

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         FAMILY TO FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP      

                            

 Talk to someone who understands.......

Family Support Group meet every third Wed of the month at the First Baptist Church 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM  ,               at 228 No Main Street  in  Fall River

Taunton , 19 cedar Street second Tuesday of the month 6:30 PM -7:30PM

Families helping Familes in the time of need

NAMI Programs

NAMI Connection Support Group is a recovery support of their diagnosis .

 Is a recovery support group for adults with mental Illness regardless of their diagnosis. Every group is offered free of charge and meets for 90 minutes. The groups  are led by trained individuals who are also in recovery -people who understands the challenges you face.

A vital link to your Community

A key to your recovery                                                                All groups are confidential you can share as much or as little personal information as you wish.

IN Our Own Voice , Learn about Mental Illness from People who have been there.

Recovery Educational Presention

Key program Topics, In our own Voice;Living with mental illness is a practical tool to educate and increase awareness about, the true nature of brain disorders, commonly known as mental illnesses.The presentation covers issues frequently faced by those dealing with severe mental illnessess.

If you like to received NAMI Greater Fall River  Newsletter or NAMI Greater Fall River E- Newsletter please email namifallriver@comcast.net  to be put on the mailing list , to get all the updated on what happening in the southeast area.                                        

           

For more information email :namifallriver@comcast.net or          call 508-678-2584.

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   Take a Shot Against Stigma

 NAMI GOLF TOURNAMENT   

Sunday , August 15, 2010                                                       Swansea Country Club                                                           299 Market Street                                                                   Swansea , MA                                                                         1:00 PM Shotgun Start, Team Scramble  

  To Benfit the National Alliance on Mental  Illness of the Greater Fall River, Taunton, and New Bedford and nearby Rhode Island Area.   

    Entry Fee: $95.00 per golfer - includes green fee , cart , unlimited driving range balls, 3 golf skill contests , dinner, and awards. Optional extras per golfer include: mulligans $5.00 each or for $10.00 a $5.00 split the pot hole, a $5.00 drop area for your drive, 2-$5.00 "Beat the Pro" contests and a raffle.

Tee  Sponsorships:$125.00

Company / organization Banner Sponsorships $375.00

Corporation Sponsorships:$750.00 ( includes 1 foursome, tee sign, &banner)                                                                                              NON - Golfing monetary Donations/ gift certificates/Prize Donations are welcome

Any further questions contact: namifallriver@comcast.net

or golfballkoleckter@comcast.net or call  508-678-2584

Thank you in advance for your support. Hope to see you there!!!!

                                                                                                                                   

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 NAMIWALKS Massachusetts

A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT

Saturday May 15, 2010

DCR'S Artesani Park

Brighton, Boston

3 miles/5K

check in time 9:00 AM

start time 11:00 AM

NAMI Greater Fall River will be having one bus , 55 seats if you like to attend the walk please email at namifallriver@comcast.net

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