The next NAMI Family Support Group Facilitator Training will take place in Pittsburgh Oct. 20-21, 2018 at the NAMI Keystone Pennsylvania office.
NAMI Family Support Group is a free, peer-led, confidential support group for family members, caregivers, and loved ones of individuals living with mental illness. NAMI’s Support Groups are unique because they follow a structured model, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to be heard and participate.
Qualifications for Facilitator Training: (1) Must be a family member/significant other/close friend of an individual who is living with a mental health diagnosis. (2) Willingness to participate in mandatory 2-day training. (3) Must be a NAMI member or become a member prior to training. (4) Willingness to maintain fidelity of the NAMI Family Support Group model and maintain participant confidentiality.
Lodging and Travel Information: Participants are responsible for their own travel and lodging expenses. Hotel arrangements can be made at the Hampton Inn McKnight Road, 4575 McKnight Road, Pittsburgh, PA, 412-939-3200. Link for online booking and group rate is here.
Please download and complete a NAMI Family Support Group facilitator training application. Send completed application to scaban@namikeystonepa.org. You will be notified when training opportunities become available.