VIRTUAL FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP
NAMI Family Support Groups are free, peer-led support groups for family members, caregivers and loved ones of individuals living with mental illness.
Attendees gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar circumstances.
The groups are led by NAMI-trained facilitators.
NAMI Hudson County Family Support Groups meet on Zoom on the 3rd Tuesday of each month.
To minimize disruption, no one will be admitted 15 minutes after the group starts.
Register at the link below.
VIRTUAL CONNECTIONS SUPPORT GROUP
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition.
The groups are led by NAMI-trained facilitators who have had similar experiences.
NAMI Hudson County Connection Support Groups meet on Zoom on the 3rd Tuesday of each month.
To minimize disruption, no one will be admitted 15 minutes after the group starts.
Register at the link below.
IN-PERSON GROUPS (HOBOKEN)
The groups are led by NAMI-trained facilitators who have had similar experiences.
FOR FAMILY MEMBERS: Family Support Groups are free, peer-led support groups for FAMILY MEMBERS, CAREGIVERS AND LOVED ONES of individuals living with mental illness.
FOR CONSUMERS, PEERS: Peer Connections is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition.
To minimize disruption, no one will be admitted 15 minutes after the group starts.
Register at the links below.
SPOUSE / PARTNER SUPPORT GROUPS
Spouse/Partner Support Groups meet the
2nd Thursdays of the month, 7 p.m. ET
Gain support and share with others who can relate to your personal experiences. The group will follow the NAMI Signature Family Support Group Model and will be run by two trained facilitators.
Participants must pre-register and be 18 years or older. Attendance is limited to 15 people.
SIBLING GROUP
Sibling Groups meets the 4th Thursday of each month, 7 p.m ET
Join us for this special online support group for individuals with a sibling who lives with mental illness. Gain support and share with others who can relate to your personal experiences. The group will follow the NAMI Signature Family Support Group Model and will be run by two trained facilitators.
Participants must pre-register and be 18 years or older. Attendance will be limited.
ASYLEES/REFUGEES CONNECTION
RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUP
Asylees/Refugees group meets on the 3rd Friday of the month, 4 p.m - 5 p.m. ET
NAMI NJ and Interfaith Rise collaborate to offer a NAMI Connection Recovery Online Support Group for asylees and refugees.
Contact info@naminj.org for more information.
LGBTQ+ CONNECTION
RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUP
LGBTQ+ group meets on the last Sunday of each month from 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m ET
NAMI Connection is a peer-led recovery support group for individuals (18+) in the LGBTQ+ community who have a mental health condition
Contact jyudof@naminj.org for more information.
NAMI NJ MULTICULTURAL OUTREACH
African American Community Together NOW
AACT-NOW
AACT-NOW (African American Community Together NOW) is an exciting initiative of NAMI New Jersey to connect with NJ’s African-American families affected by mental illness, the faith community and mental health professionals to provide culturally competent education, support and advocacy. AACT-NOW goals are to dispel the misconceptions surrounding mental illness and to create an anti-stigma environment for those seeking treatment.
Program Contact: Lisa Powell, Statewide Program Coordinator
(732) 940-0991 ext. 117 or e-mail aactnow@naminj.org
Chinese American Mental Health Outreach Program in New Jersey
CAMHOP-NJ
CAMHOP-NJ is a NAMI New Jersey initiative to serve immigrant families of Chinese origin who are affected by mental illnesses, including Chinese immigrants from mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan and other countries and regions, through education, support and advocacy. Our free services include family support groups, referral services, advocacy, community workshops, and educational materials in Chinese. CAMHOP pronounces like “Golden Crane” in Chinese. The crane is a symbol of health and longevity in the Chinese culture. 金鶴中英文介紹
Program contact: camhop@naminj.org, (732) 940-0991 ext.109
NAMI In Spanish
NAMI EN ESPAÑOL
NAMI NJ en Español es un programa para servir a la comunidad Latina. Esperamos que la siguiente información aunque esté en inglés, le ayude a encontrar respuestas a sus necesidades.
Para obtener más información, envíe un correo electrónico a enespanol@naminj.org o llame a Nelhy al 732-940-0991 ext. 113
Línea gratuita: 888-803-3413
South Asian Mental Health Awareness in Jersey
SAMHAJ
SAMHAJ is a NAMI NJ initiative to help South Asians (of Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, Sri Lankan, Nepali, Afghan and Bhutanese origin) in New Jersey understand that mental illness is a biologically based and treatable illness. Our free services include support groups, referral services, advocacy, community workshops, and other outreach activities. This program won the NAMI 2002 Multicultural Award.
Contact samhaj@naminj.org for more information.