Family & Friends Seminar
Want to Help Someone You Care About? Here’s How.
Family & Friends Seminar
When a friend, coworker, or family member is struggling with their mental health, it’s natural to want to help—but many of us don’t know where to start.
That’s where NAMI’s Family & Friends Seminar comes in. It is offered in a 4-hour or 90 minutes seminar where you’ll get a crash course on mental health, what your loved one is going through, and how to offer the kind of support that actually makes a difference.
- Reduces Suffering
- Builds Stronger Communities
- Inspires a Ripple Effect
What You’ll Learn:
The realities of mental health— breaking down stigma and myths.
How to communicate effectively without judgment or pressure.
What to say (and what NOT to say) when offering support.
How to help someone while respecting their autonomy.
Where to find helpful resources and professional support.
Who It’s For:
Anyone who cares about someone living with a mental health condition—family, friends, partners, coworkers, neighbors.
What to Expect:
- A one-time, 4-hour or 90-minute session (in-person or online)
- Led by people with real-life experience
- Completely free to attend
