Saturday, September 12, 2009

Family-to-Family

We have some important dates coming up, so get ready to mark your calendars!


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Family-to-Family classes

English Family-to-Family classes start Thursday, September 17, 2009, 7:00PM - 9:30PM. For more information about the English class, contact (661)951-4606.

Spanish Family-to-Family classes start Wednesday, September 16, 2009, 7:00PM - 9:30PM. Para más información sobre la clase española, contacto (661)533-0715 or (661)285-5397.

Both classes will be held at the Discovery Center, 1609 E. Palmdale Blvd., Ste. G, Palmdale, Ca 93550.

This a FREE series of 12 weekly classes structures to help caregivers understand and support individuals with serious mental illness while maintaining their own well being. The course is taught by a team of trained NAMI family member volunteers who know what it's like to have a loved one struggling with one of these brain disorders.

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NAMI AV Family-to-Family Reunion

NAMI Antelope Valley Family-to-Family Reunion! On September 26, 2009 at 2PM ALL former Family-to-Family graduates and those presently enrolled in classes are invited to spend an afternoon in the park to relax and meet other caregivers of individuals living with mental illness.

The Family reunion will take place at George Lane Park, 5520 W. Avenue L-8 in Quartz Hill. Look for the FtF signs. As we did last year, we ask that you bring a main course for yourself and a pot luck dish to share with others. Bring lawn chairs, games, etc. that would make your day more relaxing. We had a great time last year! We hope to see more of you this year! For more information and RSVP call (661)951-1757.