PRograms
PRINCIPLES OF SUPPORT
- We will see the individual first, not the illness.
- We recognize that mental illnesses are medical illnesses that may have environmental triggers.
- We understand that mental illnesses can be traumatic events.
- We aim for better coping skills.
- We find strength in sharing experiences.
- We reject stigma and do not tolerate discrimination.
- We won’t judge anyone’s pain as less than our own.
- We forgive ourselves and reject guilt.
- We embrace humor as healthy.
- We accept we cannot solve all problems.
- We expect a better future that is ours to shape.
- We will never give up hope.
Programs for Everyone
Adults Living with Mental Illness
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group
Adults Living with a Mental Illness, ProgramsNAMI Connection is a recovery support group program for adults living with mental illness. Your group will provide respect, understanding, encouragement and hope. This relaxed approach can support you as you share the challenges and...
Nite Out with NAMI
Adults Living with a Mental Illness, News, ProgramsOur Nite Out with NAMI program is a great gathering opportunity for food and fellowship for people in Wood County who are looking to learn more about educational topics that are mental health adjacent.Join our next book club read "How...
Peer to Peer
Adults Living with a Mental Illness, ProgramsPeer-to-Peer at NAMI Wood County!NAMI Peer-to-Peer is a recovery-focused educational program for adults who wish to establish and maintain wellness in response to mental health challenges. The course provides critical information and...
Family Members of an Adult with Mental Illness
Family Support Group
Family Members of an Adult with a Mental Illness, ProgramsNAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for family members, caregivers, and loved ones of individuals living with mental illness. Groups generally meet monthly. What You Should Expect Meets monthly for 90-minute sessions,...
Family to Family
Family Members of an Adult with a Mental Illness, ProgramsFamily-to-Family at NAMI Wood CountyNAMI Family-to-Family is an educational course for family, caregivers and friends of individuals living with a mental illness. What You Should Expect Meets for eight sessions, free of charge....
Parents and Caregivers of a Child with Mental Illness
NAMI Basics
News, Parents and Caregivers of a Child with Mental Illness, ProgramsThis spring, we are hosting our NAMI Basics, Kidshop, and WRAP for Kids program on Saturday mornings starting April 22 at 9:30am! As a parent or caregiver, you can attend the NAMI Basics class while your kiddos attend Kidshop or WRAP...
Parent and Caregiver Support Group
Parents and Caregivers of a Child with Mental Illness, ProgramsAbout NAMI Parent and Caregiver Support Group is a peer-led support group for parents and caregivers of children and adolescents living with mental illnesses. Why You Should Attend Reinforcement in an environment of sincere, uncritical...
All Community Members
Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT)
All Community Members, ProgramsWhat is AOT? Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) provides community-based mental health treatment through a partnership between the court, participants, and advocates as a way to: motivate an adult with mental illness who struggles...
CIT
All Community Members, ProgramsBrowse National CIT InformationWhat is CIT? CIT (Crisis Intervention Team) programs are local initiatives designed to improve the way law enforcement and the community respond to people experiencing mental health crises. They are built...
CIT – Behavioral Health Professionals
All Community Members, ProgramsBrowse Ohio CIT InformationBrowse National CIT InformationWhat is CIT? CIT (Crisis Intervention Team) programs are local initiatives designed to improve the way law enforcement and the community respond to people experiencing mental...
CIT – Corrections
All Community Members, ProgramsBrowse National CIT InformationWhat is CIT? CIT (Crisis Intervention Team) programs are local initiatives designed to improve the way law enforcement and the community respond to people experiencing mental health crises. They are built...
CIT – Law Enforcement
All Community Members, ProgramsBrowse Ohio CIT InformationBrowse National CIT InformationWhat is CIT? CIT (Crisis Intervention Team) programs are local initiatives designed to improve the way law enforcement and the community respond to people experiencing mental...
Mental Health Conference Series
All Community Members, News, ProgramsClick Here to RegisterHANDOUTSThis year's conference Series will focus on the mental health continuum of care, and include presentations on: Prevention and promotion programs available in the community Engagement strategies for family...
NAMI Education Series
All Community Members, News, ProgramsJoin us for this Education Series as Jen Emahiser, MSW, LISW-S and Leannne Eby discuss how to connect a loved one to mental health services. Specifically, they will provide information about how to approach a loved one, how to respond...
NAMI FaithNet
All Community Members, ProgramsWhat is FaithNet? NAMI FaithNet is a network of NAMI members and friends dedicated to promoting caring faith communities and promoting the role of faith in recovery for individuals and families affected by mental illness. Faith and...
NAMI On Campus
All Community Members, ProgramsWhat is NAMI On Campus?NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental health. NAMI...
NAMI Provider
All Community Members, ProgramsWhat is NAMI Provider? NAMI Provider introduces mental health professionals to the unique perspectives of people with mental health conditions and their families. You’ll develop enhanced empathy for their daily challenges and recognize...
WRAP
All Community Members, ProgramsWellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP)The Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) Workshop is free of charge, a self-designed, course on identifying your personal wellness tools. WRAP was developed by Mary Ann Copeland. Your WRAP program is...
Browse all of our Programs
Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT)
All Community Members, ProgramsWhat is AOT? Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) provides community-based mental health treatment through a partnership between the court, participants, and advocates as a way to: motivate an adult with mental illness who struggles...
CIT
All Community Members, ProgramsBrowse National CIT InformationWhat is CIT? CIT (Crisis Intervention Team) programs are local initiatives designed to improve the way law enforcement and the community respond to people experiencing mental health crises. They are built...
CIT – Behavioral Health Professionals
All Community Members, ProgramsBrowse Ohio CIT InformationBrowse National CIT InformationWhat is CIT? CIT (Crisis Intervention Team) programs are local initiatives designed to improve the way law enforcement and the community respond to people experiencing mental...
CIT – Corrections
All Community Members, ProgramsBrowse National CIT InformationWhat is CIT? CIT (Crisis Intervention Team) programs are local initiatives designed to improve the way law enforcement and the community respond to people experiencing mental health crises. They are built...
CIT – Law Enforcement
All Community Members, ProgramsBrowse Ohio CIT InformationBrowse National CIT InformationWhat is CIT? CIT (Crisis Intervention Team) programs are local initiatives designed to improve the way law enforcement and the community respond to people experiencing mental...
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