NAMIWalks Kickoff Event

Calling all sponsors, team captains or those interested in becoming a team captain. NAMIWalks will be just 8 weeks away and it’ll be time to celebrate our successes so far and put this walk season into high gear! Come advocate with us for families and mental health services in our community. RSVP for up to 2 people at namiwalks@namigmv.org or 563-386-7477 Ext. 266 (M-F 10-2) or Register Here.
If you have not yet set up your 2019 team page, please visit www.namiwalks.org/greatermississippivalley or contact Rebecca Ludin at namiwalks@namigmv.org

Chief’s Bags Tourney for NAMI

CHIEF’S 3rd ANNUAL BAGS, BANDS, & BREWS!
Proceeds to benefit NAMI

JULY 6th – All teams arrive by 11:45am to get the tournament started!

Message this page or call 309-281-1189 to reserve your spot and give Team Name, participant names and shirt sizes.

Deadline to sign up and pay is July 3rd!

Bags Tournament Starts at 12pm
The entry fee per team is $40
This gets you into the bags tournament and the rest of the day along with an event t-shirt.

The top 4 teams will receive the following prizes:

1st Place- $200 cash prize and Chief’s Apparel
2nd Place- $100 Chief’s Gift Certificate & Chief’s Apparel
3rd Place- $50 Chief’s Gift Certificate & Chief’s Apparel
4th Place- Chief’s Apparel

BANDS OUTSIDE, LIVE — Starting after the Bags Tournament!

Hope to see you all there!


1st Day of Family to Family Class at Esparanza Center

Who should attend: Family members and caregivers supporting a loved one over the age of 18 who lives with a mental health condition.

This 12-week education program will run Thursdays from September 5 through November 21, 6 to 8:30 p.m. It is offered at no cost to participants.

This program is nationally developed and federal-agency approved. A grant from The Rock Island County 708 Mental Health Board makes this program possible.

All registrants will be contacted 1 to 2 weeks before classes start by an instructor for a phone screening

Or call 563-386-7477 ext.266 M-F 10-2. Registration ends September 12 (up to Class 2) if space is available.
Conditions covered are: Depression, Bi-Polar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Panic Disorder, Post Traumatic Disorder and Borderline Personality Disorder.

The program is taught by trained family members who have been trained to become instructors after being empowered as a result of taking this course. Many describe this program as life changing. Join the thousands of families who have gained information, insight, understanding and empowerment from attending this signature program.

Course topics include:
Family response to trauma
Diagnosis & dealing with critical periods
The biology of the brain; emerging scientific discoveries
Problem solving workshops
Medication review
Understanding the inner experience of living with a mental health condition
Communication skills workshop
Self-care
Rehabilitation; services available
Advocacy; fighting stigma


NAMIWalks Meetup@ Antonella’s II

NAMIWalks team captain and volunteer signups.

Enjoy a slice with us and learn more about NAMI and NAMIWalks Sept. 21 event. Join us for a family-friendly event to support a serious cause.

No registration needed – Walk In – Meetup.


NAMIWalks Rally & Aerial Yoga Demonstration

Free basic yoga class for 30 registrants starts at 11 a.m. Rally begins at noon with aerial yoga demonstration and an opportunity to try it yourself! Learn more about NAMI and NAMIWalks.
 
Bring a guest. Register your Walk team. Chance for door prize.
 
Please register for this event. NOTE: This location requires the ability to climb stairs. An alternate Meet Up event is scheduled for June 21 that is wheelchair accessible.

Rosecrance Trauma Informed Care Professional CEU Seminar

This popular seminar series serves professionals working healthcare and social service professions. Chris McCormick Pries, Vera French CMHC will present on Trauma Informed Care. NAMI will present on its trauma based learning model for family members. Details Coming Soon!


Family & Friends Seminar @ UnityPoint-Trinity R.I.

NAMI Family & Friends is a free four-hour seminar that informs people who have loved ones with a mental health condition how to best support them. It’s also an opportunity to meet other people in similar situations and gain community support.

Register Online

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN …
The seminar is led by trained people with lived experience of supporting a family member with a mental health condition. They will walk you through the following topics.

– Understanding diagnoses, treatment and recovery
– Effective communication strategies
– The importance of self-care
– Crisis preparation strategies
– NAMI and community resources

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES …
The NAMI Family & Friends companion eBook provides important information about mental health conditions including: conditions and diagnoses, treatment and recovery, crisis planning, resources and more. Register and we’ll send you links where you can download it for free at Amazon and Barnes & Noble where select languages are available for the Kindle, Nook and compatible eBook apps.

THANK YOU TO OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS
These seminars are made available by the generosity of our grant partners. In Scott County: The Regional Development Authority. In Rock Island and Henry Counties: The Doris & Victor Day Foundation, Rauch Family Foundation, and the Rock Island Community Foundation.



Family & Friends Seminar at MLK Jr. Community Center

NAMI Family & Friends is a free 90-minute seminar that informs people who have loved ones with a mental health condition how to best support them. It’s also an opportunity to meet other people in similar situations and gain community support.
Please or 563-386-7477 Ext. 266 (M-F 10-2).
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN …
The seminar is led by trained people with lived experience of supporting a family member with a mental health condition. They will walk you through the following topics.- Understanding diagnoses, treatment and recovery
– Effective communication strategies
– The importance of self-care
– Crisis preparation strategies
– NAMI and community resources
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES …
The NAMI Family & Friends companion eBook provides important information about mental health conditions including: conditions and diagnoses, treatment and recovery, crisis planning, resources and more. Register and we’ll send you links where you can download it for free at Amazon and Barnes & Noble where select languages are available for the Kindle, Nook and compatible eBook apps.
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
This seminar is made available by grants from the Doris & Victor Day Foundation, Rauch Family Foundation, The Moline Foundation and the Rock Island Community Foundation.

Family & Friends Seminar @ Davenport Public Library Downtown

NAMI Family & Friends is a free 90-minute seminar that informs people who have loved ones with a mental health condition how to best support them. It’s also an opportunity to meet other people in similar situations and gain community support.
Please pre-register at  or 563-386-7477 Ext. 266 (M-F 10-2). This event will be held at the Davenport Public Library, 321 N. Main Street.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN …
The seminar is led by trained people with lived experience of supporting a family member with a mental health condition. They will walk you through the following topics.- Understanding diagnoses, treatment and recovery
– Effective communication strategies
– The importance of self-care
– Crisis preparation strategies
– NAMI and community resources
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES …
The NAMI Family & Friends companion eBook provides important information about mental health conditions including: conditions and diagnoses, treatment and recovery, crisis planning, resources and more. Register and we’ll send you links where you can download it for free at Amazon and Barnes & Noble where select languages are available for the Kindle, Nook and compatible eBook apps.
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
This seminar is made available by a grant from the Regional Development Authority.