National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Johnson County
October 16, 2018
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Johnson County Newsletter
In This Issue
LOCAL NAMI SUPPORT GROUPS
OCTOBER 17th NAMIJC MEMBERSHIP AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM - INSIDE OUT REENTRY PROGRAM
POKEMON GO FOR NAMIJC
ICCSD Mental Health, Special Education, Disability Parent Teacher Organization
NEW MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID CLASSES
DR. JUDITH CROSSETT
INTRODUCTION TO SOUND HEALING
LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS TO LEAD PROVIDER TRAINING
NOVEMBER 3rd PAINTING PARTY
NAMIJC CHILDREN'S COALITION SURVEY
COURAGE LEAGUE SPORTS - EVERY CHILD DESERVES TO PLAY
Additional Resources


It is another busy week at NAMIJC. I want to remind you we have a Membership Meeting and Educational Program on Wednesday evening. See details below.  

Mary Issah
Web: www.namijc.org  
Email: mary.issah@namijc.org
phone: 319-337-5400
 --NAMI Support Groups--
 

E very Tuesday  - 5:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m.   (Oct 16th)  Connection Support Group  meets at R Place (10 E. Benton Street). 
The Connection support group is facilitated by individuals living with a mental illness who are trained in facilitating support meetings, but are NOT professional counselors.  The meetings are open to all individuals who have a mental illness.
  
 
Every Thursday - 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (Oct 18th) Family Support Group meets at NAMIJC office (1105 Gilbert Ct. Suite 200).
The family support group is facilitated by family members, who are trained in facilitating support meetings, but are NOT professional counselors. The meetings are open to all families who are concerned about a family member who is experiencing mental illness. 
 
Second Thursday each month  - 9:00  a.m.   (November 8th )  -  NAMI Family Breakfast for breakfast and conversation.  
Meets at Midtown Family Restaurant II (1069 Highway 1 West).
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You're always WELCOME at R PLACE!

10 E. Benton Street 
 
Our Vision
To provide opportunities for adults who experience the effects of mental illness and dual diagnosis to rejoin the worlds of friendship, family, meaningful work, and education.

What We Offer
A peer-led meeting place where peers support peers. A restorative environment of hope, support, and encouragement for recovery. A safe, nurturing, non-judgmental community for those affected by mental illness.
  

 

 

 

 
Three upcoming Adult Mental Health First Aid Classes in October, November, and December and one Youth Mental Health First Aid Class in January, 2019. We are excited to be offering a class in Dubuque in October and Marion/Cedar Rapids area in November. The Youth class (in January) is for adults to take that work with or support youth. Please sign up in advance if you plan to attend by emailing <mhedspecialists@gmail.com>. Classes are offered at no cost thanks to support from the from the Mental Health & Disability Services of the East Center Region. Classes are 2-days in the afternoon, lunch is NOT provided. Please see attached flyer and help us by sharing this information/flyer with others who may be interested. Peggy generally teaches in the Iowa City area, so please help us share this info with others who could be interested in the Dubuque or Marion/Cedar Rapids areas. Please email the instructor Peggy Loveless to sign up at <mhedspecialists@gmail.com>.
 
Continuing education credits or CEUs are available upon request, please contact Peggy about those as well.
 
What:  Adult Mental Health First Aid Course
When:  Monday, October 15th and Tuesday, October 16th
Time:  12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Where:  Dubuque County Emergency Responder Training Facility
          14928 Public Safety Way, Dubuque, IA 52002
           
 
What:  Adult Mental Health First Aid Course
When:  Tuesday, November 13th and Thursday, November 15th
Time:  12:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Where:  Marion Public Library
           1095 6th Ave, Marion, IA 52302
 
December Class
What:  Mental Health First Aid
When:  Tuesday, December 4th from 12:30 pm - 5:30 pm and 
Thursday, December 6th from 11:30 am - 4:30 pm. 
***Please note that the second day starts one hour earlier, lunch is NOT provided.  
Where:  Coralville Public Library
1401 5th St, Coralville, IA 52241
 
January 2019 Class
What:  Youth Mental Health First Aid Course (for adults who work interact with youth)
When:  Wednesday, January 23rd and Friday, January 25th
Time:  12:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Where:  Coralville Public Library
          1401 5th St, Coralville, IA 52241
 
 
More Information -- https://www.mentalhealthfirstaid.org/



Dr. Judith Crossett presents: 
Aging is natural: when is it not healthy?

Saturday, Nov. 3 | 9:00 a.m. | Parish Hall (main floor) | breakfast snacks & coffee provided

Dr. Judith Crossett, Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Iowa, will give a presentation and answer questions on how to distinguish natural signs of aging from signs of mental illness. If you or a loved one has concerns
about the aging process, please join us on November 3. Our church is handicapped-accessible, with a ramp at the west entrance and an elevator at the east entrance.


 

 
NAMI Iowa:
A Special Announcement
 
 
We are elated to announce Provider Training this November!  Provider education is one of NAMI's signature programs, and we are pleased to offer it for a second time in 2018. It's a 15-hour staff development program taught by a three-person team comprised of a peer, a family member and a mental health clinician who is also either a peer or family member. The presenters share their personal perspectives with the goal being to promote collaboration between the client, family and health care professional. Having everyone engaged in the recovery process facilitates better outcomes. 

Important Details:
  • We are looking for trained applicants to do at least one training within the next year in Des Moines, Iowa City, or Cedar Rapids.
  • The training is two days, November 14th and 15th. This is right before NAMI Iowa's Annual Conference.
  • Hotel and mileage stipends are available. Please reach out to Heather Strachan, heather@namiiowa.org for more details.
  • For questions about the application, please call the NAMI Iowa office at 515-254-0417 or email Heather, heather@namiiowa.org
click here to download application 

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Please take a moment and complete the on-line survey! 

NAMIJC has started a Children's Coalition. Our mission is to foster collaboration and innovation in children's mental health services and supports in Johnson County by facilitating regular conversations around children's mental health.

The purpose of this survey is to gather information both to guide our further efforts and to create a list of resources for families. We appreciate you sharing your insight and hope you will consider joining the coalition.

 

 

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

Johnson County  

1105 Gilbert Court, Suite 200 

Iowa City, IA 52240

319-337-5400

Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 
Additional Resources

Click the below links for additional resources, support groups and educational materials :

 Click the below links for Crisis Intervention:

  

       Iowa Help Line
       (24 Hours/Day)
  • Talk: 855-800-1239
  • Text: 855-800-1239

      Iowa Warm Line 

      (7 Days a Week/5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.)

  • Talk: 844-775-9276
  • Click here to learn more about the warm line
Click the below link to become a NAMI member: