Education

NAMI-MC offers an array of educational opportunities for those whose lives are affected by mental illness. These classes are offered free of charge but registration is required. For more information about these or any other programs, please contact Phyllis Seyler at (815) 308-0851. Click HERE for classes currently scheduled to begin.

Classes:

For those diagnosed with a mental illness:

WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Plan) is a free, 6-8 week course for consumers developed by Dr. Mary Ellen Copeland. Designed to be a self-education opportunity to gain insight into one’s wellness in order to empower people to maintain optimal well being. Design a plan to respond to your needs at any level including being prepared for crisis.

For family and friends of adults:

Family-to-Family is a free, 12-week course for family caregivers of individuals with severe mental illness that discusses the clinical treatment of these illnesses and teaches the knowledge and skills that family members need to cope more effectively. Registration required.

Community Education:

Smarts for Advocacy

Mental Health First Aid

Youth Mental Health First Aid

QPR-Question, Persuade, Refer

Library

A wide variety of helpful books on topics related to mental illness may be checked out by current NAMI-MC members at our office, which is located at 620 Dakota Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60012.

Community Education

NAMI sponsors a NAMI Talks -Community Education programs and workshops throughout the year. If you would like a representative from NAMI to speak to your local church or organization, please call the NAMI-MC office at(815) 308-0851, or pseyler@namimchenrycounty.org