Partner member of United Way of the Capital Area
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"We are riding the roller coaster of mental illness . . .
to realize that we may never fully understand the torment that our loved ones are going through, yet to remain supportive, is one of the toughest jobs that we as family members may have . . . one day we realize that we are numb; we don't know what we're feeling and what to expect . . ."
Family Support Group
The Family Support Group offers a supportive, safe environment to the families that are
dealing with the challenges of mental illness. The group draws upon the experience and
knowledge of its members and a professionally-trained facilitator. A range of subjects,
feelings, attitudes, and strategies are explored to gain understanding and an increased
quality of living for both family and family member/consumer.
Examples of Subjects Explored
- The Nature of Mental Illness
- Media Impact on Mental Illness
- Ready Words to Address Stigma
- Siblings: The Bond and the Fear
- Extended Family—Guilt
- PEC—Physicians Emergency Certificate
- Handling Crises Situations
EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS
Psycho-educational seminars are offered periodically at InterCommunity.
Examples of Workshop Topics
- What is "Mental Illness"?
- Warning Signs
- Crises /Intervention
- Finding Community Resources
- Diagnosis
- Effective Treatment Approaches
- Medication
- Challenges: Economic, Emotional, Social
- Learn Effective Communication Strategies
- Develop Coping Skills
The Family Support Group meets weekly
Thursdays 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.
InterCommunity Mental Health Group
281 Main Street
East Hartford, CT 06118
No Fee
"We give and receive strength, share stories of delight as well as devastation, and
always we examine our expectations to make sure they are reality-based."
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