Local & National NAMI Programs
Local & National NAMI Programs
Local
NAMI Temecula Valley offers a wide variety of programs to serve the community
NAMI Monthly Speaker Series
NAMI Connections Support Group via ZOOM:
Evening Connections Support Group via ZOOM Meets EveryThursday at 7pm, Email, text, or leave a message for Josh for Link at
951-440-1298 or JoshAL@gmail.com
NAMI Homefront:
6-session course for family and significant others of Military Service Members and Veterans. This free class is designed to help family members understand and support their loved ones while maintaining their own well-being. Check the calendar for the next scheduled class. There is no charge for the course; however, registration is required as class size is limited. Click here for inquiries and registration.
NAMI In Our Own Voice:
Trained peers share their journey from diagnosis to recovery. For more information, please contact us.
NAMI on Campus
NAMI on Campus provides information and resources to support students to empower them to take action on their campuses. To start your own NAMI on Campus club, please contact us!
NAMI on Campus provides information and resources to support students to empower them to take action on their campuses. To start your own NAMI on Campus club, please contact us!
*For directions to NAMITV events please see the event in the calendar page
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Local
Local
NAMI
Monthly Speaker Series
- FREE course
- 8 sessions
- for family members, significant others and friends of people with mental health conditions
- Class size is limited. Registration required.
It is an evidence-based program that significantly improves the coping and problem-solving abilities of the people closest to a person with a mental health condition. Learn how to solve problems and communicate effectively, take care of yourself and manage your stress, support your loved one with compassion, find and use local supports and services, up-to-date information on mental health conditions and how they affect the brain, how to handle a crisis, current treatments and therapies, and the impact of mental health conditions on the entire family.
Family-to-Family
Classes
- 6:00 p.m. Sharing, Circle 7:00p.m. Guest Speaker
- Third Wednesday of every month.
- Anyone 18+ years
- FREE
Agenda
-- Sharing, resources, and refreshments.
- Guest speaker shares their expertise
- Q & A
- Q & A
Located at Temecula Valley Hospital, Heroes Community Room, 31700 Temecula Parkway, Temecula, CA 92592
Homefront Education Program
- FREE course
- 6 sessions
- caregivers and friends of Military Service Members and Veterans.
- with mental health conditions
- Class size is limited. Registration required.
NAMI Homefront is a free, six-session class for families, caregivers and friends of Military Service Members and Veterans. The course
helps participants understand the challenges Military Service Members/Veterans are experiencing related to trauma, combat
stress, civilian life, PTSD and other mental health conditions. Topics covered include mental health, communication, handling crises, treatment and recovery. The course is designed to increase understanding and advocacy skills while helping participants maintain their own well-being.
helps participants understand the challenges Military Service Members/Veterans are experiencing related to trauma, combat
stress, civilian life, PTSD and other mental health conditions. Topics covered include mental health, communication, handling crises, treatment and recovery. The course is designed to increase understanding and advocacy skills while helping participants maintain their own well-being.
NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness in partnership with the Department of Veterans Affairs, is offering the NAMI Homefront Education Program free of charge to participants. Click registration link below to find a class near you.
U.S. Department
Of Veterans Affairs
U.S. Department
Of Veterans Affairs
Of Veterans Affairs
- 6:00 - 7:30 pm
- First and Third Tuesdays of every month
- Age 18+ who have any family member living with a mental illness.
- Come anytime
- FREE
Learn NAMI's Principles of Support as you join others who empathize and listen.to others with personal experience. Confidential.
Located at Riverside Behavioral Health Clinic Temecula, 40925 County Center Dr, Temecula, CA 92591
Family-to-Family Support Group
Family-to-Family Support Group
- 6:00 - 7:30 pm via ZOOM
- Secound and Fourth Tuesdays of every month
- Age 18+ who have any family member living with a mental illness.
- Come anytime
- FREE
Learn NAMI's Principles of Support as you join others who empathize and listen.to others with personal experience. Confidential.
Meeting ID: 829 8330 5821
Passcode: 738064
ZOOM Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82983305821
- Age 18+ who have any family member living with a mental illness.
- Come anytime
- FREE
Learn NAMI's Principles of Support as you join others who empathize and listen.to others with personal experience. Confidential.
Meeting ID: 829 8330 5821
Passcode: 738064
ZOOM Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82983305821
- 6:00 - 7:30 pm
- First and Third Tuesdays of every month
- Age 18 - 30ish living with a mental health chalenges
- First and Third Tuesdays of every month
- Age 18 - 30ish living with a mental health chalenges
- FREE
By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.
Located at Riverside Behavioral Health Clinic Temecula 40925 County Center Dr, Temecula, CA 92591
Located at Riverside Behavioral Health Clinic Temecula 40925 County Center Dr, Temecula, CA 92591
Young Adult
Peer-to-Peer Support Group
- 12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
- First, Second, Third, Tuesday of every month
- Fourth Tuesday is a group outing!
- for people 18+ who with mental health chaleges
- FREE
No specific medical therapy or treatment is endorsed. Confidential. NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group will help you aim for better coping skills, find strength in sharing experiences, not judge anyone's pain, forgive ourselves and reject guilt, embrace humor as healthy, accept that we cannot solve every problem, understand that mental health conditions are no one's fault and can be traumatic experiences.
Located at Crossroads Church, 26090 Ynez Rd, Suite A, Temecula, CA 92591. Contact Jeff to Join: 951-795-5815
Peer-to-Peer Connections
- 7:00- 8:30 p.m.
- Every Thursday of the Month
- for people 18+ who with mental health chalenges
- FREE
ZOOM Virtual Evenings Support Group
Contact Josh to join: 951-440-1298 or JoshAL@gmail.com
Peer-to-Peer Classes
- FREE Course
- 8 sessions
- for those living with mental health conditions
- Class size is limited. Registration required.
The course provides an opportunity for mutual support and growth. Experience compassion and understanding from people who relate to your experiences. This is a place to learn more about recovery in an accepting environment. This class helps you set a vision and goals for the future, partner with health care providers, develop confidence for making decisions,
practice relaxation and stress reduction tools, strengthen relationships, enhance communication skills, and learn about mental health treatment options.
practice relaxation and stress reduction tools, strengthen relationships, enhance communication skills, and learn about mental health treatment options.
National
NAMI offers an array of support and education programs that helps build better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. NAMI is the foundation for hundreds of NAMI State Organizations, NAMI Affiliates and volunteer leaders who work in local communities across the country to raise awareness and provide essential and free education, advocacy, and support group programs.
The Information HelpLine is an information and referral service that can be reached by calling 1 (800) 950-NAMI (6264), Monday through Friday, 10 AM-6 PM, EST or by email at info@nami.org.
Browse through hundreds of NAMI’s interactive group forums. With topics ranging from illness management to job-hunting, to relationships, it’s never been easier to connect with others who’ve shared your lived experience.
NAMI is proud to provide the following resources for veterans and active-duty military members, as well as their families, friends, and advocates.
Multicultural Action Center
Multicultural Action Center
The Multicultural Action Center focuses on eliminating disparities in mental health care for diverse communities and offers help and hope to individuals of diverse backgrounds.
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.
Resources and support for locating missing persons with mental illness.
The NAMI Legal Center provides lawyer referrals as a service to our members and the general public.