What is NAMI Basics?
NAMI Basics is a 6 week
education program for parents and other caregivers of children and
adolescents living with mental illnesses. The NAMI Basics course is
taught by trained teachers who are the parent or other caregivers of
individuals who developed the symptoms of mental illness prior to the age of
13 years. All instruction materials are FREE
to participants.
What will I learn?
ü The basic information necessary to take the best care possible of your
child, your family, and yourself.
ü Skills to help you cope with the impact mental illness has on your
child and your entire family.
ü The tools you will need to assist you in making the best decisions
possible for the care of your child, including information about
Massachusetts Special Education Law, IEPs and Transition.
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What does the course include?
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Understanding the emotional
impact of a mental illness diagnosis.
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Understanding how the child is
feeling and learning to separate the child you love from the illness that
alters their behavior and abilities.
ü
Current information about ADD,
Mood Disorders, Reactive Attachment Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, OCD, PTSD,
Personality Disorders, Childhood Schizophrenia and Substance Abuse Disorders.
ü
Current research on the biology
of mental illness and treatment strategies available, including medications.
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Specific workshops to learn
problem solving, listening and communication skills
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Strategies that have been found
helpful in handling challenging behaviors in children and adolescents.
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Special presentations on IEPs
and Transition
ü Record keeping systems and crisis management
ü Information on finding supports and services
ü Wellness tools and tips to help reduce stress and find time to help
yourself.
ü Advocacy
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Classes start Wednesday April 24
in Lowell 6:30 – 9:00pm
Wayside Youth and Family
73 East
Merrimack St. Lowell MA 01852
Wednesday
April 24. Wednesday May 1, 15, 22, 29 Wednesday June 5, 12
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For more information, please
contact Judi Maguire judi_maguire@waysideyouth.org
(508) 215-6008
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McAuliffe School Vision
The S. Christa McAuliffe Elementary School community strives to educate the whole child intellectually, emotionally, culturally, socially, and physically by offering rich and engaging instruction in a safe, respectful, and caring environment. Our students and staff strive to be independent thinkers and life-long learners. We believe that collaboration among school, home, and community is essential in ensuring students meet our high academic and behavioral standards and achieve their fullest potential.
Monday, April 1, 2013
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