Classes For Families of Adults
“So thankful for this program. It changed my perspective on mental illness and provided so much education and support.”
“Was a huge blessing to learn, listen and share. To meet others with the same family issues with their loved ones.”
List of Classes for Families of Adults:
Family-to-Family
Learn about mental illnesses, the brain, treatment, and resources to help a loved one living with a mental illness. Attendees will also build communication skills, reduce stress, find support and discover the common Stages of Emotional Responses when supporting someone with a mental illness. This workshop meets weekly for two and a half hours for 8 weeks, and there is also a web-based version of this course) and is for family and friends of an adult living with a mental illness. We offer several Family to Family classes in various locations in Minnesota twice per year in the fall and winter/spring. The classes have a cap of 25 participants. You may join up to the 3rd week only, then the class is closed. To register contact the teacher for a short interview. Teachers’ information will be on the class listings when scheduled. Click here for scheduled classes.
Hope for Recovery 1
In this 3.5 hour class you will obtain information on the following mental illnesses: schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, and co- occurring disorders. Learn information on treatments, crisis management, suicide prevention, the mental health system, and local resources along with practical strategies for helping a loved one or friend. This includes learning the LEAP strategy or Boundary Setting to improve communication. This workshop is for family and friends of a teen or adult living with a mental illness and not for professional development or observation. Click here for scheduled classes.
Hope for Recovery 2
In this 3.5 hour class you will obtain information on the following mental illnesses: bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, anxiety, and co-occurring disorders. Learn information on treatments, crisis management, suicide prevention, the mental health system, and local resources along with practical strategies for helping a loved one or friend. This includes learning the LEAP strategy or Boundary Setting to improve communication. This workshop is for family and friends of a teen or adult living with a mental illness and not for professional development or observation. Click here for scheduled classes.
Family Connections (please note change)
