Free NAMI Basics Class Supports Parents of Children living with Mental Illness
DAVENPORT, Iowa (September 19, 2014) - Local civic groups and foundations have provided grants to the National Alliance on Mental Illness Greater Mississippi Valley affiliate. Iowa 80 Group Go Iowa Fund, Davenport Jaycees, and North Scott Rotary each granted NAMI $1,000 each for the launch of a nationally-developed program in the Quad Cities designed to educate parents and caregivers of children and adolescents living with mental illness.
NAMI Basics is taught by nationally-trained parents or other primary caregivers who have lived similar experiences with their own children. This free class allows families to connect to one another while learning about the biology of mental illness, latest research and treatment options. Parents learn communication and coping skills important for supporting their child`s recovery.
NAMI Basics class will be offered on six Wednesdays, October 1 to November 5, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Eastern Iowa Community College Urban Center in Davenport. To register call 563-441-4100 with course number 143212.
About NAMI Greater Mississippi Valley
One in10 children and one in four adults experience a mental health disorder in any given year. Half of all lifetime cases of mental illness begin by the age of 14. NAMI Greater Mississippi Valley is an affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness. This grassroots organization complements the work of mental health professionals by providing support, education and advocacy to individuals and families living with mental illness. NAMI works cooperatively through the Quad Cities Community Mental Health Initiative, serving residents in Muscatine, Clinton, Scott Counties in Iowa and Mercer, Henry, Rock Island Counties in Illinois. Additional information is available at 563-322-8870 or www.namigmv.org.
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