NAMI HAMILTON COUNTY

3805 Edwards Road Room 555 Cincinnati OH 45209  §  513-458-6670  §  info@nami-hc.org
 
Help support people with mental illness and their families

“Adolescent Suicide Can Be Prevented”
May 19 Program at NAMI

Suicide is the third leading cause of death among those 15-24 years old. Most of us know a family affected by the devastating consequences of suicide. At least 90 percent of people who kill themselves have a diagnosable and treatable psychiatric illness – such as major depression, bipolar disorder, or schizophrenia. Yet suicides can be prevented, especially through early and effective interventions, and healthy development and treatment for children and adolescents.

On Monday, May 19, NAMI Hamilton County presents “Adolescent Suicide Can Be Prevented” – an educational program presented by:

• Dennis Walsh, Vice President of Outpatient Services at NorthKey Community Care. Mr. Walsh will train participants in the QPR Method (Question, Persuade and Refer). While many may know what QPR stands for, most do not know what to say or do when an adolescent is suicidal.; and
• Cathy Strunk, RN, suicide prevention expert at Children’s Hospital Medical Center’s Department of Psychiatry. Ms. Strunk will give an overview of “Surviving the Teens” – Children’s Hospital’s newest suicide prevention initiative. Surviving the Teens provides information, resources, and support to help guide teens through the ups and downs they may face.

Family-to-Family at the Urban League
Class Begins May 21

A 12-week Family-to-Family course will be conducted by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) - Hamilton County, beginning on Wednesday, May 21, 2008, from 6:00 to 8:30 PM.  The class, developed and maintained by NAMI’s national organization in Washington D.C., helps family members and friends who have an adult loved one with a serious mental illness. 

“A burden has been lifted.  I no longer experience the great stigma of talking about a family member with a brain disorder; better still, I am not worried about other family members or what others may think.  I now know that education is the key.”  (Graduate/Participant)

NAMI’s Family-to-Family course helps family members and friends understand and acknowledge the struggles that those with mental illness face, and learn how they can provide support in a way that is good for everyone involved.  The classes are offered at no cost to the participants.

Mental illnesses covered in the class include major depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety/panic disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder.

The Family-to-Family class also includes an overview of brain biology, medications, recovery/rehabilitation, and workshops on topics such as handling crisis/relapse, listening/communications skills, problem solving, and self care.

To Register: No cost for class, but please call the NAMI-Hamilton County office at 513.351.3500 to register. Class location: Urban League of Greater Cincinnati,
3458 Reading Road, Cincinnati, OH 45229
 

KAY JAMISON VIDEO NOW ONLINE

Thanks to the support of our members and contributors, we are able to present video of our monthly meetings and public education programs. Follow these links to view these presentations.

FAMILY-TO-FAMILY CLASSES

New Family-to-Family classes are currently forming.

The NAMI Family-to-Family Education Program has been cited as a “best practice in recovery” by the Ohio Department of Mental Health. This 12-week course is for families and friends of persons with mental illness. The course is taught by trained family members. All course materials are furnished at no cost to you. 

Follow this link to learn more about Family-to-Family.

Please call the NAMI office to register: (513) 458-6670 or email pbrown@nami-hc.org.

Hand-to-Hand Classes

Hand-to-Hand is a nine week education program designed to foster learning, healing and empowerment among parents and families of children with emotional-mental-neurobiological disorders. Follow this link for more information about Hand-to-Hand.

Please call the NAMI office to register: (513) 458-6670 or email pbrown@nami-hc.org.

Peer-to-Peer Classes

Peer-to-Peer is a unique, experiential learning program for people with any serious mental illness who are interested in establishing and maintaining their wellness and recovery. Peer-to-Peer consists of nine two-hour units and is taught by a team of three trained “Mentors” who are personally experienced at living well with mental illness. All course materials are furnished at no cost to you. Call the NAMI office 513-458-6670 for details about the next session. Follow this link for more information about Peer-to-Peer.

About NAMI Hamilton County

NAMI Hamilton County is a grass-roots education, support and advocacy organization founded in 1979. Our mission is to offer hope and help to all affected by mental illness. We offer educational programs, support groups and phone support. We also advocate for better services, legislative changes, and increased research on mental illnesses. We work together with our national organization NAMI and our state affiliate NAMI Ohio.

NAMI Hamilton County is a member of Community Shares of Greater Cincinnati.