Family to Family

An 8-Week, In-person Class on Mental Health

Many people are stressed and frustrated by situations in their homes related to a mentally ill relative. Medical needs and chaotic behaviors are disruptive; good intentions seem thwarted. It often seems like care, suggestions, and concern are not enough. There is a lot to understand about mental illnesses and NAMI Contra Costa offers education, hope and community.

NAMI Family-to-Family is a free, 8-session educational program/course for family, significant others and friends of people living with mental illness. It is a designated evidence-based program that provides support to families. 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.

Do you have a loved one with a mental health condition? Designed by Jann La Pointe, NAMI CC 2024 Summer Intern

NAMI Family-to-Family is taught by NAMI-trained family members who have been there, and includes presentations, discussion and interactive exercises.

NAMI Family-to-Family not only provides critical information and strategies for taking care of the person you love, but you’ll also find out that you’re not alone. Recovery is a journey, and there is hope.

Family to Family You Are Not Alone Designed by Jann La Pointe, NAMI CC 2024 Summer Intern

The group setting of NAMI Family-to-Family provides mutual support and shared positive impact—you can experience compassion and reinforcement from people who understand your situation. You can also help others through your own experience. 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

We are working to make as many courses available throughout the county as possible. Our volunteer teaching team is comprised of over 35 individuals, representing English, Spanish and Mandarin Chinese-speaking educators. We continually seek to develop more opportunities of education and support in our various county sectors.

Have Questions About Family to Family?

Feel free to contact any of the following individuals below about questions directly or fill out our online form here: Online Form
Please check the availability of the classes you want to join before emailing the coordinator. Please do not email coordinators about [FULL] classes. You will not be able to register for [FULL] Classes.

There are limited spaces in each of our classes to allow for adequate discussion and interaction between classmates.

Please note that we only offer in-person courses and that we prioritize Contra Costa County residents first for class registrations before opening up any waitlist spots to out-of-county hopefuls.

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Family to Family Updates

NAMI 家连家课程的傳單
NAMI 康郡中文部即将于2024年10月-11月举办一年一度的中文家连家课程 (详见简报)。该课程是NAMI的经典课程,让无数家庭受益。 该课程完全免费,目前一年仅举办一期。为保证课程质量,需严格控制课堂人数。有需要的家人请尽快报名。 课程面向罹患精神健康疾病并已被确诊的的患者的家人、重要的照顾者。 请点个“Read More"的按钮来看更多信息。
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Sign up now! A new IN PERSON Family-to-Family Education Program begins in September 2024! Click "Read More" for more details.
Mayo 2024: Un Nuevo Clase de Familia a Familia. Fecha y Horario Del 31 de mayo al 19 de Julio 2024 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Información y Registración ...
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