Local Nonprofit and Community Organizations
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) - Greater San Antonio
6800 Park Ten Blvd #248-E
San Antonio
210-734-3349 (SA office)
6800 Park Ten Blvd, San Antonio, TX 78213, USA
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Mission and Vision
Our Mission
NAMI provides advocacy, education, support, and public awareness so that all individuals and families affected by mental illness can build better lives.
Our Vision
NAMI envisions a world where all people affected by mental illness live healthy, fulfilling lives supported by a community that cares.
NAMI San Antonio provides free peer-led mental health education classes and support groups for individuals living with a mental health condition and their loved ones, as well as hosts community events.
Description
ABOUT NAMI- GREATER SAN ANTONIO:
We are all touched by mental illness. We join together — no matter where you live, what language you speak, whether you are family members, friends, peers or caregivers — to share our experiences with mental illness.
NAMI -Greater San Antonio is dedicated to improving the quality of life for all people affected by mental illness.
How?
We form a community that welcomes all
We learn together, share information, understandings and experiences
We advocate together
We provide NAMI education and support programs in San Antonio and surrounding areas
We depend on volunteers
NAMI-Greater San Antonio has a large number of programs to execute the Mission and Vision of the organization.
See their website for complete information.
One of these programs is the Family-to-Family program, a free, weekly, 8-session education program for family, partners, friends and significant others of adults living with a mental illness. The course is designed to help all family members understand and support their loved one living with mental illness, while maintaining their own well-being. The course includes information on illnesses such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression, and other mental health conditions.
In Boerne, these classes are held at St. Peter's Catholic Church. Contact Donald & Mary O'Connor for more information by email at ffllaagg37@msn.com.