Events

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5	6	7 NAMI Peer-to-Peer Class NAMI Peer-to-Peer Class July 7, 2021 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm NAMI Peer-to-Peer is a free, eight-session educational program for adults with mental health conditions who are looking to better understand themselves and their recovery. Taught by trained leaders with lived experience, this program includes activities, discussions and informative videos. However, as with all NAMI programs, it does not include recommendations for treatment approaches. Pre-registration is required. https://www.naminekl.org/education See more details •	8	9 In Our Own Voice Presenter Training In Our Own Voice Presenter Training July 9, 2021 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm In Our Own Voice (IOOV) is a unique recovery educationpresentation program, delivered by trained consumer presenters who share theirpersonal stories. IOOV is also an opportunity for those who have struggled withmental illness to gain confidence by sharing their individual experiences ofrecovery and transformation. A statewide virtual IOOVPresenter training will be held on July 9-10, 2021 usingZoom Video Conferencing. Register here: https://namimissouri.org/ioovpresentertrainingapplication/?mc_cid=a885249bff&mc_eid=5560165b75 Training Schedule/Agenda: https://3drst5yt38x3lxeal2br6hlp-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/94/2020/10/IOOV-Training-Agenda-2-Day-via-Zoom.pdf?mc_cid=a885249bff&mc_eid=5560165b75 See more details •	10 In Our Own Voice Presenter Training In Our Own Voice Presenter Training July 10, 2021 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm In Our Own Voice (IOOV) is a unique recovery educationpresentation program, delivered by trained consumer presenters who share theirpersonal stories. IOOV is also an opportunity for those who have struggled withmental illness to gain confidence by sharing their individual experiences ofrecovery and transformation. A statewide virtual IOOVPresenter training will be held on July 9-10, 2021 usingZoom Video Conferencing. Register here: https://namimissouri.org/ioovpresentertrainingapplication/?mc_cid=a885249bff&mc_eid=5560165b75 Training Schedule/Agenda: https://3drst5yt38x3lxeal2br6hlp-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/94/2020/10/IOOV-Training-Agenda-2-Day-via-Zoom.pdf?mc_cid=a885249bff&mc_eid=5560165b75 See more details •	11
12 Aging Mastery Program for Caregivers of older adults Aging Mastery Program for Caregivers of older adults July 12, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm This current session will focus on offering support to those who are in a caregiver role to an older adult loved one. The class will start on Monday, July 12, and meet for 12 consecutive weeks from 1–2:30 p.m., with graduation to follow on Nov. 4. Classes will meet virtually, using the Zoom meeting platform. An invitation link will be provided after you register. For those unfamiliar with Zoom, support will be available to help you navigate this user-friendly program. The topics covered in the AMP curriculum are designed to promote healthy aging as you take care of yourself and your loved one. This class emphasizes the importance of small, consistent changes over time leading to mastery of healthy habits. We would love to have you join us for the Aging Mastery Program for Caregivers! Registration is limited to 25 participants, so register soon and spread the word to others who may be interested in attending. This class is free for those 60 and older (a $250 value). Sign up now! To register, call 816-452-4536. See more details •	13	14 NAMI Smarts For Advocacy NAMI Smarts For Advocacy July 14, 2021 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm This session will focus on how to get involved in advocating locally by participating in local boards, committees and workgroups. Learn how to effectively present to a school board or city council and what you should know if you’re interested in getting involved as an attendee, presenter or even as a workgroup, committee or board member. NAMI Smarts for Advocacy is a hands-on advocacy training program that helps people with mental illness, friends and family transform their passion and lived experience into grassroots advocacy. NAMI Smarts for Advocacy is designed as a series of 1-2 hour modules or a single full-day training. Regular monthly 1-hour Lunch and Learn Advocacy Sessions are held on the second Wednesday of every month from 12:00 – 1:00 pm. Register here: https://namimissouri.org/advocacy/ See more details NAMI Peer-to-Peer Class NAMI Peer-to-Peer Class July 14, 2021 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm NAMI Peer-to-Peer is a free, eight-session educational program for adults with mental health conditions who are looking to better understand themselves and their recovery. Taught by trained leaders with lived experience, this program includes activities, discussions and informative videos. However, as with all NAMI programs, it does not include recommendations for treatment approaches. Pre-registration is required. https://www.naminekl.org/education See more details • •	15 Supporting AAPI Communities: Mental Health Experiences, Discrimination and Reducing Stigma Supporting AAPI Communities: Mental Health Experiences, Discrimination and Reducing Stigma July 15, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm https://facebook.com/afspnational One-hour discussion focused on how the national network of AFSP chapters and beyond can support the AAPI community particularly in the face experiences of discrimination and stigma surrounding mental health experiences, with audience Q&A on Facebook Live (@afspnational) Moderator: Marian Liu, Washington Post Panelists include: • Christine Moutier, AFSP CMO, • Dr. Rona Hu, Stanford Psychiatrist • Dr. Chris Hahm, AWARE Research Boston University See more details UCLA Mindful Awareness Drop-In Meditations (Gloria Kamler) UCLA Mindful Awareness Drop-In Meditations (Gloria Kamler) July 15, 2021 @ 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm Virtual Register here! See more details • •	16	17	18
19 Aging Mastery Program for Caregivers of older adults Aging Mastery Program for Caregivers of older adults July 19, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm This current session will focus on offering support to those who are in a caregiver role to an older adult loved one. The class will start on Monday, July 12, and meet for 12 consecutive weeks from 1–2:30 p.m., with graduation to follow on Nov. 4. Classes will meet virtually, using the Zoom meeting platform. An invitation link will be provided after you register. For those unfamiliar with Zoom, support will be available to help you navigate this user-friendly program. The topics covered in the AMP curriculum are designed to promote healthy aging as you take care of yourself and your loved one. This class emphasizes the importance of small, consistent changes over time leading to mastery of healthy habits. We would love to have you join us for the Aging Mastery Program for Caregivers! Registration is limited to 25 participants, so register soon and spread the word to others who may be interested in attending. This class is free for those 60 and older (a $250 value). Sign up now! To register, call 816-452-4536. See more details •	20	21 NAMI Peer-to-Peer Class NAMI Peer-to-Peer Class July 21, 2021 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm NAMI Peer-to-Peer is a free, eight-session educational program for adults with mental health conditions who are looking to better understand themselves and their recovery. Taught by trained leaders with lived experience, this program includes activities, discussions and informative videos. However, as with all NAMI programs, it does not include recommendations for treatment approaches. Pre-registration is required. https://www.naminekl.org/education See more details •	22 UCLA Mindful Awareness Drop-In Meditation (Matthew Brensilver) UCLA Mindful Awareness Drop-In Meditation (Matthew Brensilver) July 22, 2021 @ 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm Virtual Register here! See more details •	23 Northland Grandfamilies Support Groups Northland Grandfamilies Support Groups July 23, 2021 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am Human Services, 3100 NE 83rd St, Kansas City, MO 64119, USA Monthly support groups will be an opportunity to gather with others who are currently in a kinship role or caring for a younger family member in some capacity. We will feature a variety of speakers in order to provide community resources, coping tips, and guidance on planning for the future. Where: Maple Woods Human Services Building (2nd Floor Conference Room) 3100 NE 83rd Street, KCMO, 64119 Please contact Becky Franklin to RSVP at (816) 468 - 0400 X330 or beckyf@tri-countymhs.org See more details •	24 Family-to-Family Teacher Training Day 1 Family-to-Family Teacher Training Day 1 July 24, 2021 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm NAMI Family-to-Family is a free 8-session educational programfor family members, significant others and friends of people living with mentalillness. It is a designated evidenced-based program. Research shows that theprogram significantly improves the coping and problem-solving abilities of thepeople closest to an individual living with a mental health condition. Thecourse is taught by trained family members once per week for 8 weeks. Eachclass lasts approximately 2.5 hours. Family-to-Family Teacher Training willbe held on July 24-25, 2021 using ZoomVideo Conferencing. Register here: https://namimissouri.org/nami-family-to-family-teacher-training-application/ Training Schedule/Agenda: https://3drst5yt38x3lxeal2br6hlp-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/94/2021/02/family-to-family-virtual-teacher-training-agenda.pdf See more details •	25 Family-to-Family Teacher Training Day 2 Family-to-Family Teacher Training Day 2 July 25, 2021 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm NAMI Family-to-Family is a free 8-session educational program for family members, significant others and friends of people living with mental illness. It is a designated evidenced-based program. Research shows that the program significantly improves the coping and problem-solving abilities of the people closest to an individual living with a mental health condition. The course is taught by trained family members once per week for 8 weeks. Each class lasts approximately 2.5 hours. Family-to-Family Teacher Training will be held on July 24-25, 2021 using Zoom Video Conferencing. Register here: https://namimissouri.org/nami-family-to-family-teacher-training-application/ Training Schedule/Agenda: https://3drst5yt38x3lxeal2br6hlp-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/94/2021/02/family-to-family-virtual-teacher-training-agenda.pdf See more details •
26 Aging Mastery Program for Caregivers of older adults Aging Mastery Program for Caregivers of older adults July 26, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm This current session will focus on offering support to those who are in a caregiver role to an older adult loved one. The class will start on Monday, July 12, and meet for 12 consecutive weeks from 1–2:30 p.m., with graduation to follow on Nov. 4. Classes will meet virtually, using the Zoom meeting platform. An invitation link will be provided after you register. For those unfamiliar with Zoom, support will be available to help you navigate this user-friendly program. The topics covered in the AMP curriculum are designed to promote healthy aging as you take care of yourself and your loved one. This class emphasizes the importance of small, consistent changes over time leading to mastery of healthy habits. We would love to have you join us for the Aging Mastery Program for Caregivers! Registration is limited to 25 participants, so register soon and spread the word to others who may be interested in attending. This class is free for those 60 and older (a $250 value). Sign up now! To register, call 816-452-4536. See more details •	27	28 NAMI Peer-to-Peer Class NAMI Peer-to-Peer Class July 28, 2021 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm NAMI Peer-to-Peer is a free, eight-session educational program for adults with mental health conditions who are looking to better understand themselves and their recovery. Taught by trained leaders with lived experience, this program includes activities, discussions and informative videos. However, as with all NAMI programs, it does not include recommendations for treatment approaches. Pre-registration is required. https://www.naminekl.org/education See more details NAMI Family & Friends NAMI Family & Friends July 28, 2021 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm NAMI Family & Friends is a free 2-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. The seminar is led by trained presenters with lived experience of supporting a family member with a mental health condition. https://namimissouri.org/event/family-and-friends-presentation/ See more details • •	29 UCLA Mindful Awareness Drop-In Meditation (Diana Winston) UCLA Mindful Awareness Drop-In Meditation (Diana Winston) July 29, 2021 @ 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm Virtual Register here! See more details •	30	31

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